Waste Management - PPPHC Flashcards

1
Q

What is the full meaning of LAWMA?

A

Lagos Waste Management Authority.

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2
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Who is primarily responsible for waste management in Lagos State?

A

LAWMA (Lagos Waste Management Authority).

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3
Q

What is the estimated daily waste generation in Lagos State?

A

About 9,000 metric tonnes per day.

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4
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What is the population estimate of Lagos State?

A

Over 18.5 million people.

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5
Q

Lagos accounts for what percentage of Nigeria’s urban population?

A

27.4%.

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6
Q

Mention three key stakeholders involved in waste management in Lagos apart from LAWMA.

A

Ministry of the Environment, Local Governments, Private Sector Participants (PSPs).

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7
Q

What is the role of PSP operators in Lagos waste management?

A

Collection, transportation, and disposal of waste.

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8
Q

Which sector complements LAWMA by collecting residual waste?

A

Informal labour force.

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9
Q

List any four Departments under LAWMA.

A

Waste Management Services, Marine Waste, Medical Waste Management, Landfill Operations.

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10
Q

State two additional Departments in LAWMA.

A

Commercial Services, Corporate Intelligence & Strategy.

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11
Q

What is the main responsibility of the Waste Management Services Department?

A

Management of waste collection, transportation, and disposal across Lagos.

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12
Q

Which LAWMA unit manages waste at landfill sites?

A

Landfill/Dumpsite Management Unit.

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13
Q

What unit handles waste from Lagos waterways?

A

Marine Waste Services Unit.

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14
Q

Which unit is responsible for highway cleaning in Lagos?

A

Street Sweepers Unit.

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15
Q

What unit manages waste generated from markets?

A

Market Waste Unit.

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16
Q

Which LAWMA unit is responsible for recycling activities?

A

Recycling Unit.

17
Q

List three benefits of recycling.

A

Conserves natural resources, reduces pollution, creates employment.

18
Q

What are three examples of items that can be recycled?

A

Plastic bottles, glass, paper.

19
Q

What initiative encourages recycling participation in Lagos?

A

LAWMA Recycling Initiatives.

20
Q

What is the Recycling Bank Initiative?

A

A system where residents exchange recyclables for incentives.

21
Q

Give two tips to improve recycling habits.

A

Sort waste properly and rinse recyclables before disposal.

22
Q

Name the department in LAWMA that handles medical waste.

A

Medical Waste Management Department.

23
Q

What department oversees the business aspect of LAWMA services?

A

Commercial Services Department.

24
Q

Which department in LAWMA handles research and strategy?

A

Corporate Intelligence & Strategy Department.

25
Q

Name the department that handles administrative and corporate services in LAWMA.

A

Corporate Services Department.