During a visit to the Olusosun disposal facility in Ojota, LAWMA Managing Director Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin outlined ongoing rehabilitation efforts, particularly the repairs to Road E, which are expected to enhance access for waste collection vehicles. "This project is crucial for restoring efficient movement of compactor trucks and reducing turnaround times for waste evacuation," he said.
The Olusosun facility, one of Africa's busiest waste disposal sites, has seen temporary closures to facilitate its transition into a waste-to-clean-energy project. Currently receiving about 10,000 metric tonnes of municipal waste daily, the site’s operational challenges have been exacerbated by heavy rainfall affecting access roads.
Gbadegesin emphasized that although plans are in place to eventually decommission the Olusosun facility, any transition would be managed carefully to prevent disruption of waste services. “We will ensure that alternative infrastructure is in place before fully decommissioning Olusosun,” he assured residents.
To support this transition, the construction of two modern Transfer Loading Stations (TLS) at Olusosun and Solous III has been initiated. Each station is designed to process 2,500 metric tonnes of waste daily, significantly increasing the city’s waste handling capacity and improving transportation efficiency.
Additionally, LAWMA is creating new dumping platforms within the Olusosun facility to alleviate truck congestion while the new transfer stations are being built. Gbadegesin announced plans to expand the waste collection fleet, stating that the government aims to acquire 3,000 compactor trucks over the next three years. This includes approximately 150 new compactors expected to arrive by year-end, specifically designed for narrow streets and hard-to-reach areas.
“Currently, we need at least 2,000 operational compactor trucks to manage the daily waste generation effectively,” he noted, adding that this fleet expansion would enhance service delivery and support Private Sector Participants (PSPs) in waste management.
The introduction of modern TLS across the state is part of a broader strategy to modernize waste management infrastructure, cut transport costs, and promote sustainable practices. Gbadegesin called for patience and cooperation from residents, assuring them that the ongoing challenges in waste evacuation are temporary.
He praised Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for his support in transforming waste management in Lagos, reaffirming LAWMA's commitment to providing efficient and sustainable services to residents. As the state moves forward with these initiatives, officials hope to significantly improve waste management and enhance the quality of life for Lagos residents.
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