Lagos State has approved the recruitment of 1,400 new officers into the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC/KAI). This decision was announced by the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, through a post on X. He stated that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and the State Executive Council gave their approval to strengthen enforcement and support ongoing efforts to keep Lagos clean and organized.
According to Wahab, “The new recruits will boost our capacity to monitor compliance with environmental laws, prevent indiscriminate dumping of waste, discourage street trading in restricted areas, and ensure proper waste management practices in every part of the state.”
He emphasized that the move aligns with the government’s vision for a healthier and safer environment. “With this expansion, we are reinforcing our commitment to a #CleanerLagos and a #GreaterLagos that prioritizes public health, safety, and environmental sustainability,” Wahab added.