The Chairman, Isolo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Lagos State, Mr Olasoju Adebayo, has urged residents to comply with the ban on usage of styrofoam and single-use plastic by the state government.
Adebayo ,who made the call in a statement on Thursday, January 25, 2024, said plastics posed great threat to the environment and health of residents.
The state government had on Sunday announced the ban on usage and distribution of styrofoam and single-use plastics in the state.
Mr Tokunbo Wahab, Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, who announced the ban in a statement, said the ban was to protect the environment.
He noted that indiscriminate disposal of plastics was a major source of environmental pollution in the state as drainage channels and canals were often clogged with styrofoam packs.
Olasoju commended the state government on the ban, saying the council would support efforts to enforce the ban in the council area.
“We pledge our unwavering support for the enforcement of the ban within Isolo Council.
“Our administration is ready to embark on comprehensive awareness and sensitisation, targeting organisations involved in the production and distribution of styrofoam and single-use plastics.
“This strategic approach aims to ensure strict compliance with the ban, fostering a culture of environmental responsibility within the community,” Olasoju said.
The council chairman said he would look into ways of bringing more recyclers on board to help address the nuisance posed by plastic bottles within the council area.
Olasoju said that aligning with the state’s initiative underscores the critical role local governments play in implementing and reinforcing environmental policies of state governments.
By Kazeem Akande
