The Lagos State Government has called on residents to join its Cash for Trash initiative, a waste-to-wealth programme aimed at promoting recycling and maintaining a cleaner, environmentally sustainable city.
Managed by the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) in partnership with the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), the programme allows residents to earn money by exchanging recyclable materials, including plastics, cans, and bottles.
Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, shared details of the initiative on Monday via his official X handle, explaining that it seeks to reduce waste pollution and encourage climate-friendly habits in communities across Lagos.
Residents participating in the programme are rewarded every Thursday for bringing in sorted recyclable waste. LAWMA’s Recycling Team has been visiting neighborhoods, including Lagos Island, to demonstrate how discarded items can be converted into cash.
“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,” Wahab said. “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.”
A video shared alongside the post shows LAWMA officials weighing bags of sorted plastics on portable scales and distributing cash to participating residents, highlighting the tangible benefits of the programme.