Officials of the Lagos State Government on Monday stormed a market in the Agege area of the state to enforce the state’s ban on single-use plastics.
The Lagos State Government began full enforcement of its ban on single-use plastics, including styrofoam and plastic cutlery, on July 1, 2025.
The ban, which also includes plastic straws, disposable cups, and lightweight nylon bags, is part of the state’s efforts to reduce plastic waste and promote sustainability.
The state Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, confirmed the Monday enforcement in a video shared on X.
“We are currently at Oniwaya Market in Agege enforcing the ban on single-use plastics. This follows an extensive advocacy to give traders and residents time to adjust. The ban is now fully in effect. Single-use plastics block our drainages, worsen flooding, and endanger our environment. Enforcement will continue across markets and communities, and we will not relent until compliance is total. We appeal to all residents to embrace reusable alternatives. Together, we can build a safer, healthier, and more sustainable Lagos,” he wrote.Related News.
Announcing the enforcement at a press briefing in Lagos, the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, said the ban applied specifically to plastic items below 40 microns in thickness, identified as a key cause of drainage blockages and pollution across the state’s coastal and urban areas.
In July, Wahab said the state gave a six-month grace period for the enforcement, which ended on June 30.
“Let me be clear, any store, shop, or market caught storing or dealing in single-use plastics below 40 microns will be sealed, and those responsible will face legal consequences under Lagos environmental laws.”
He emphasised that the ban serves the public interest, citing the urgent need to safeguard health and protect the environment.