19 people were jailed in Lagos for recklessly dumping trash

For the careless dumping of trash, 19 people were given community service orders in Oshodi.

The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) announced this on their X on Friday.

A Magistrate's Court in Oshodi convicted the defendants on Thursday, October 19, 2023 for disposing of rubbish in places that weren't authorized, according to LAWMA.

In the meantime, on Thursday in Lagos Central District, LAWMA met with the Association of Market Men and Women.

The main goal of the gathering is to educate the group on proper waste disposal techniques in public spaces.

The function was held at Ijora Olopa, the Authority's main office.