Ibeju-Lekki Local Government held the June 2026 Monthly Environmental Sanitation Exercise, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to environmental sustainability and cleaner communities under the SHIEELD Agenda.
Epe Insights reports that Hon. Olowa personally supervised sanitation operations across the local government area, monitoring environmental cleanup activities and coordinating efforts to improve public health and environmental hygiene.
The council deployed its sanitation fleet, heavy-duty equipment and environmental personnel to strategic locations to evacuate refuse, clear blocked drainage channels and remove waste from identified black spots.
The chairman visited several communities to inspect ongoing operations, assess the performance of sanitation teams and issue on-the-spot directives aimed at improving the efficiency of environmental management.
According to the local government, the exercise forms part of the Environmental Sustainability pillar of the SHIEELD Agenda, which prioritises cleaner neighbourhoods, effective waste management and healthier living conditions.
Hon. Olowa said environmental sanitation remains a shared responsibility, urging residents, businesses and community leaders to support government efforts by maintaining clean surroundings and disposing of waste responsibly.
He stressed that monthly sanitation exercises alone cannot guarantee a clean environment, encouraging residents to adopt proper sanitation habits as part of their daily routine.
The chairman noted that environmental cleanliness plays a critical role in preventing disease outbreaks, reducing flood risks and creating safer communities for residents and businesses.
He added that a clean environment also supports economic growth by improving public health, enhancing the attractiveness of communities and encouraging investment across the local government.
Environmental officers monitored compliance during the exercise while carrying out waste evacuation and sanitation inspections in key locations throughout the council area.
Residents commended the administration for sustaining environmental sanitation programmes, noting visible improvements in waste management and cleaner public spaces across several communities.
Community members also applauded the deployment of sanitation equipment and personnel, describing the intervention as a proactive approach to maintaining environmental standards.
The local government reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening sanitation operations through continuous public enlightenment, regular environmental monitoring and strategic investments in waste management infrastructure.
Officials encouraged residents to actively participate in future sanitation exercises and embrace responsible environmental practices to preserve the gains recorded through the monthly initiative.
The June environmental sanitation exercise reflects the Olowa administration’s determination to build a cleaner, healthier and more sustainable Ibeju-Lekki by promoting environmental responsibility, protecting public health and improving the quality of life for residents.
