The Lagos State Government is urging residents to turn household waste into cash as part of a renewed effort to deepen recycling and keep the city clean. According to PUNCH Online, the “Cash for Trash” programme is a long-running initiative under the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency. The waste-to-wealth scheme enables residents to receive financial rewards in exchange for recyclable materials, helping to reduce environmental pollution and curb the impact of climate change.
In a statement and video shared via his X handle on Monday, the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, said the programme rewards residents every Thursday for submitting recyclables. He explained that the Lagos Waste Management Authority’s recycling team is currently engaging communities on Lagos Island, demonstrating how everyday waste can be converted into income.
The statement read: “Did you know your trash can turn into cash? Our #Lawma_gov Recycling Team is on the ground in Lagos Island, showing communities how to make it happen! We’re rewarding residents every Thursday for helping us keep Lagos clean and green. It’s a win for your wallet and a win for our city. Get involved and see the value in your waste.” The accompanying video shows LAWMA officials weighing bags of sorted plastics on portable scales and handing out cash rewards to participants.
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