Patronising roadside traders risks six months’ jail — LAWMA
He said the measure was part of a renewed enforcement strategy aimed at curbing illegal trading, indiscriminate waste disposal and obstruction of public infrastructure across Lagos State.
He explained that illegal roadside and median trading often generated waste that was dumped in drains, on roads and other public spaces, thereby obstructing drainage channels, worsening traffic conditions and creating public health risks.
By Olasunkanmi Akoni The Lagos Waste Management Authority, LAWMA, has warned residents against patronising traders operating illegally on roads, medians, setbacks, walkways and other unauthorised public spaces, saying offenders risk arrest and prosecution.
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