By Olasunkanmi Akoni

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has approved an End of the Year bonus for the Lagos Waste Management Authority, LAWMA, city’s highway sweepers and waste handlers in appreciation of their critical role in keeping Lagos clean.

The Managing Director of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, announced the kind gesture of the governor in the spirit of the Yuletide celebrations.

Gbadegesin, said the gesture was received with much appreciation by the hard-working heroes and heroines of the city’s waste management system.

According to him, “Governor Sanwo-Olu acknowledges the tireless efforts of our street sweepers and waste handlers in maintaining a clean and healthy environment for Lagosians.

“This bonus is a gesture of gratitude for their dedication and commitment, especially during this festive season.”

Gbadegesin stated that the bonus would also impact the lives of the recipients and their families, bringing joy and relief during the season.

While wishing residents a happy and filth-free new year, the LAWMA boss, assured that the authority would continue to consolidate on its efforts to make all parts of the state sustainably clean in 2024.

Recall that Sanwo-Olu also approved an End of the Year 2023 bonus for all public servants in the state, to appreciate them for their contributions to the advancement of the state.

Meanwhile, the sanitation workforce who received the good news with jubilation, expressed appreciation for the Governor’s gesture.