LAWMA waste services in FESTAC earn praise for affordability and reliability, replacing informal Aboki collectors with consistent pickups and cleaner streets.

LAWMA waste services in FESTAC are earning positive reviews from residents who say the agency has significantly improved waste collection in the area.

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The Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) is being applauded for its consistent, affordable, and reliable waste collection operations in FESTAC Town, Lagos.

In interviews conducted with the News Agency of Nigeria, FESTAC residents explained how LAWMA’s scheduled pickups—typically every Thursday and occasionally on Sundays—have replaced the irregular and expensive services of informal waste handlers, commonly known as Abokis.

Mrs. Grace Momodu, a resident on 5th Avenue, said LAWMA’s model is more economical and dependable.

“LAWMA services suit my budget better than the Abokis because I don’t always have waste to dispose of, yet they can charge high amounts.

For example, informal carriers may charge as much as ₦1,000 per pick-up, while LAWMA charges ₦1,000 monthly for the same service.”

This sentiment was echoed by Mrs. Eniola Omotola of 22 Road, who also highlighted the difference in value:

“LAWMA charges ₦1,000 per month, regardless of the amount of waste.

But if I hand the same amount to the Abokis, they tend to charge higher because there’s a limit to what they can carry.”

For Mr. Emmanuel James, the real advantage lies in LAWMA’s coverage and consistency.

“Sometimes you may need the Aboki, and they may not be available. That’s why we prefer LAWMA.

They can collect waste from the entire close, whereas Abokis have limits—they can’t carry all the waste from even one close, let alone a whole block.”

The reliability of LAWMA waste services in FESTAC is helping to reduce illegal dumping and enhance the town’s sanitation standards.

While most residents acknowledge improvement, some believe there’s still room for growth. Ms. Blessed-Gift Nwaruh of 3rd Avenue said:

“In the past, our area looked really dirty. Now, LAWMA officials pick up waste earlier than before.

Still, more can be done to ensure a cleaner environment as we work to restore FESTAC Town to its former glory.”

LAWMA’s performance in FESTAC is an example of how structured public services can outpace informal systems in efficiency, affordability, and reliability.

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With continued investment and feedback from residents, the agency appears poised to raise sanitation standards even further.