The Lagos State Government has urged residents to maintain a clean and healthy environment as Muslims prepare to celebrate Eid-el-Kabir later this week.
Speaking during a media parley at his office, the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, said the government remained committed to promoting environmental responsibility among residents during and after the festive period.
Mr Wahab congratulated Muslim faithful on the forthcoming Sallah celebration and advised residents to properly bag and dispose of waste generated during the festivities at designated collection points for evacuation by the Lagos Waste Management Authority.
He assured Lagosians that the ministry and LAWMA were intensifying efforts to eliminate refuse heaps across the state, stressing that environmental sustainability was essential for public health and socio-economic wellbeing.
The commissioner also reiterated that the ban on street trading remained in force, warning traders against displaying rams and other livestock on major highways, medians, lay-bys, gardens and parks across the state.
While acknowledging that traders often take advantage of the festive season to market livestock, Mr Wahab insisted that such activities must not compromise public safety or deface the environment.
He further warned residents against environmental infractions such as illegal street trading, erection of unauthorised stalls, indiscriminate dumping of refuse and maintaining unsanitary surroundings, noting that offenders would face strict sanctions.
Mr Wahab added that the state government would continue to champion initiatives aimed at promoting a cleaner and healthier Lagos, while encouraging residents to make use of parks, gardens and other relaxation centres across the state during the celebrations.
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