LAWMA Empowers Over 100,000 Youths: A Big Opportunity for Jobs and a Cleaner Lagos

Managing Director/CEO of the Lagos Waste Management Authority, Muyiwa Gbadegesin.

LAWMA employs over 100,000 youths in Lagos, creating job opportunities while promoting environmental cleanliness. Learn how this initiative benefits residents and how you can get involved. 

 How Lagos Waste Management Authority Is Creating Jobs for Youths 

The Lagos Waste Management Authority has emerged as one of the largest job creators in Lagos, engaging over 100,000 youths directly and indirectly across its waste management operations. 

According to the Managing Director/CEO, Muyiwa Gbadegesin, young people play a vital role in keeping the city clean while also earning sustainable incomes through the agency’s expanding value chain. 

 New Partnership to Boost Youth Engagement 

LAWMA is set to collaborate with the EKO 57 Support Group, a grassroots youth organisation, to promote environmental awareness and responsible waste disposal across communities. 

This partnership aims to: 

• Mobilise youths across all local government areas 

• Strengthen grassroots sensitisation on cleanliness 

• Encourage proper waste disposal habits 

• Improve community participation in sanitation efforts 

Why This Matters to Lagos Residents 

This initiative goes beyond job creation—it directly impacts everyday life in Lagos. 

Key Benefits: 

• Employment Opportunities: Youths can earn a living through waste collection, recycling, and logistics 

• Cleaner Environment: Improved sanitation reduces health risks and pollution 

• Community Development: Stronger collaboration between residents and authorities 

• Skill Development: Young people gain hands-on experience in environmental services 

 The Role of Youths in a Sustainable Lagos 

LAWMA emphasises that young people are critical to driving behavioural change and promoting environmental responsibility at the grassroots level. 

“LAWMA is one of the largest employment drivers in the state, with over 100,000 youths engaged. Their energy and creativity remain vital to improving service delivery.” — Muyiwa Gbadegesin 

The agency also continues to work closely with community leaders and local associations to ensure compliance with waste management guidelines. 

 How You Can Benefit from This Initiative 

If you live in Lagos, here are practical ways to take advantage: 

• Get involved in local sanitation or recycling programs 

• Partner with LAWMA-related initiatives or contractors 

• Start small businesses around waste recycling or collection 

• Participate in community awareness campaigns 

 A Cleaner Lagos Starts with You 

The efforts by LAWMA and youth groups show that solving environmental challenges can also create economic opportunities. With over 100,000 youths already engaged, this initiative proves that clean cities and job creation can go hand in hand. 

For residents, this is a chance to not only keep their environment clean but also explore new income opportunities and contribute to a healthier society.