HBM Intervenes In Lagos Waste Management, Deploys Trucks For Monthly Sanitation
HBM Nigeria Plc has intervened in the environmental challenges, especially waste management in Lagos State.
The intervention, according to the company, is aimed at ensuring the timely removal of waste and preventing it from being washed back into drainage channels, thereby contributing to a cleaner and healthier environment.
HMB Nigeria Plc, in a statement, reaffirmed its commitment to environmental sustainability by continuing its partnership with the Lagos State Government to support the state’s monthly environmental sanitation exercise.
The company explained that the decision is part of the collaboration with the Lagos State Ministry of the Environment and in line with HBM’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives.
It added that the company had deployed trucks to support the evacuation of waste generated during the sanitation exercise.
In furtherance of its commitment to sustainable waste management, HBM also sorts waste transported to the dumpsite, separating non-recyclable combustible materials for co-processing at the company’s Ewekoro Cement Plant through its Geocycle operations.
According to it, the. process promotes the circular economy by diverting suitable waste from landfills and utilizing it as an alternative fuel source.
The sanitation exercise in Kosofe Local Government Area was monitored by several senior government officials, including the Lagos State Head of Service, Mr. Olabode Agoro; Permanent Secretary, Office of Environmental Services, Mr. Mobolaji Gaaji; Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Wealth Creation, Mrs. Ola Aina; Chairman of Kosofe Local Government, Hon. Moyosore Ogunlewe; HBM Head of Geocycle, Temitope Dosunmu; and HBM Public Affairs & Communications Manager (West),Yemi Bakare.
Speaking during the exercise, the Lagos State Head of Service commended HBM for its continued support to the state’s environmental sustainability efforts and encouraged other corporate organizations to emulate the company’s commitment to keeping Lagos clean.
He emphasized that maintaining a cleaner Lagos is a shared responsibility that requires the collective efforts of government, the private sector, and residents alike.
