Lagos Relaunches Cash For Trash Program To Reward Residents For Recycling
The Lagos State Government has relaunched its “Cash for Trash” programme, inviting residents to earn money by turning household waste into cash while helping keep the city clean.
Managed by the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) in partnership with the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), the initiative encourages residents to bring recyclable materials such as plastics, cans, and paper to designated collection points in exchange for cash rewards.
Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, highlighted the scheme in a statement and video shared on his X handle on Monday, noting that payments are made every Thursday to participants who deliver sorted recyclables.
“Did you know your trash can turn into cash? Our #Lawma_gov Recycling Team is on the ground in Lagos Island, showing communities how to make it happen! We’re rewarding residents every Thursday for helping us keep Lagos clean and green. It’s a win for your wallet and a win for our city! Get involved and see the value in your waste,” Wahab said.
The video shows LAWMA officials weighing bags of recyclables on portable scales and handing cash directly to residents.
According to Wahab, the programme not only provides financial incentives but also helps reduce environmental pollution, promote recycling habits, and curb the effects of climate change in Lagos. Residents are encouraged to participate and turn waste into both income and a cleaner environment for the city.
