The Lagos State Government has not yet started enforcing the ban on Single-Use Plastics (SUPs) despite earlier plans to do so in January 2025.
A revised timeline is being considered, but no new date has been announced.
Government officials and the Food and Beverages Recyclers Alliance (FBRA) have agreed to move forward with enforcement when the policy officially takes effect.
The state had previously banned styrofoam in January 2024, and compliance was reportedly high.
The Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, explained after a meeting with stakeholders that the government remains committed to the ban.
The delay is to allow for further discussions, advocacy, and engagement with those affected, including manufacturers and suppliers.
A special implementation committee will be established to oversee the enforcement process. FBRA members support the initiative and are working on alternatives.
Meanwhile, the government clarified that sachet water is not included in the ban, and recycling programs are being developed.
Supermarkets and retail stores have already taken steps by selling plastic bags instead of giving them out for free.
The government urged Lagos residents to support the initiative, emphasizing that enforcement will be handled carefully to promote recycling and reduce waste.
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