The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has said that it recycled 405.17 tonnes of electronic waste (e-waste) in Lagos State in 2025.
Managing Director of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, disclosed this in an interview in Lagos.
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E-waste (electronic waste) refers to any discarded, broken, or obsolete electrical or electronic devices. It includes items such as laptops, mobile phones, batteries, refrigerators, and televisions.
Waste of electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE), including computers, TV sets, fridges, and cell phones, is one of the fastest-growing waste streams globally. It is often classified as hazardous due to toxic components like lead and mercury, requiring specialised recycling processes.
Gbadegesin noted that the 2025 figure represents an increase from 355.15 tonnes recycled in 2024 and 305.63 tonnes collected in 2023, indicating steady growth in formal e-waste recycling.
He explained that the Lagos State Government has intensified advocacy and established structures to promote safe e-waste management.
“The government is doing its best to promote safe handling of e-waste in Lagos State,” he said.
According to him, the state has created an E-Waste Unit to coordinate management efforts, increased public awareness, and certified recycling companies and collection centres.
He added that e-waste management is currently handled through 17 certified recycling companies and approved collection centres, ensuring proper handling and disposal.
Gbadegesin stated that the unit regulates the sector by formalising informal operators, enforcing compliance, and raising awareness about the dangers of e-waste. Enviro News
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