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State Gov’t Set to Ban Pure Water, Pet Bottles by January 2025

State Gov’t Set to Ban Pure Water, Pet Bottles by January 2025

The Lagos State Government has announced plans to ban the circulation of single-use plastics (SUPs), such as pet bottles and sachet water, beginning in January 2025. This move follows the government’s earlier ban on styrofoam usage in January 2024, in response to the growing environmental threat posed by plastic waste.

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Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, made the announcement at a stakeholders’ workshop held at the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) House in Ikeja on Thursday. Wahab, represented by Special Adviser Olakunle Rotimi-Akodu, emphasized that the ban aims to ensure sustainable management of plastic waste and promote a healthier environment.

With Lagos generating about 13,000 tonnes of waste monthly—60% of which is plastic—the policy is seen as a crucial step in reducing environmental pollution. Wahab added that the ban would be supported by a legal framework to ensure compliance.

Stakeholders, however, have urged the government to phase in the ban gradually, citing the need for a “human face” approach in light of current economic challenges.

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