The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has launched the “Know Your PSP” campaign, an initiative aimed at improving communication and cooperation between residents and Private Sector Participation (PSP) operators responsible for waste collection. This campaign is designed to enhance waste management practices across Lagos State by providing residents with detailed information about their designated PSP operators.
Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, Managing Director/CEO of LAWMA, highlighted the campaign’s significance in fostering a cleaner city through better collaboration. “The ‘Know Your PSP’ campaign is a crucial step in our ongoing effort to improve waste management in Lagos State. By equipping residents with the knowledge of who their PSP operators are and how to reach them, we are fostering a collaborative effort for a cleaner city. This initiative will not only enhance service delivery but also promote accountability and responsiveness among PSP operators,” Gbadegesin stated.
To facilitate this initiative, LAWMA has established dedicated helplines and online platforms, enabling residents to easily access information about their PSP operators, report issues, and request additional services. This direct line of communication is intended to address challenges promptly and ensure consistent service delivery.
Gbadegesin noted that many residents were unaware of their PSP operators or how to contact them, which hindered effective communication and service provision. “By providing residents with easy access to information and a direct line of communication with their PSP operators, we are making it easier for them to report issues and request services. This streamlined approach will help us address concerns more efficiently and ensure that waste collection services meet the needs of all residents,” he added.
Additionally, Gbadegesin appealed to the public to avoid indiscriminate waste dumping and the use of outlawed cart pushers, which exacerbate environmental challenges such as flooding, especially during the rainy season.