FIC Report (Lagos State) – The Lagos State Wastewater Management Office has unveiled plans to deepen partnerships with the World Bank and International Finance Corporation (IFC) to drive innovation, attract investment, and scale up wastewater management solutions across the State.
At a meeting convened under the Sustainable Urban and Rural Water Supply, Sanitation and Hygiene (SURWASH) programme, the agency leveraged the engagement to align priorities and explore opportunities for enhanced collaboration across wastewater management, sanitation infrastructure, and service delivery.
“We are committed to strengthening sanitation systems, attracting critical investments, and promoting environmentally responsible wastewater management in line with global best practices,” said Engr. Adefemi Afolabi, General Manager of the Lagos State Wastewater Management Office, at the meeting.
Afolabi emphasised the need for innovative and sustainable solutions to address wastewater challenges, noting that the State is resolute in its drive to build resilient systems anchored on stronger investments, strategic partnerships, and inclusive policies.
“The expansion of existing infrastructure and the development of new facilities will significantly boost wastewater treatment capacity, improve access to safe sanitation services, and position Lagos State to meet the growing demands of its rapidly expanding population,” Afolabi explained.
The proposed projects include the development of an integrated sewage system, the Lekki and Ikorodu Wastewater and Faecal Sludge Treatment Plant, Amuwo and Tolu Ajegunle Wastewater Treatment Plant, as well as the Call Centre and Haulage Truck Tracking System.
“The overall goal is to improve public health outcomes by protecting the environment against pollution, indiscriminate wastewater discharge, and related environmental hazards, thereby positioning Lagos State as a model for integrated urban sanitation in Africa,” Afolabi added.
Ms. Awa Diagne, Head of the World Bank delegation, commended the Lagos State Government for its proactive approach to improving wastewater management and expressed the International body’s commitment to supporting initiatives that drive sustainable urban development.
“The partnership is expected to significantly enhance Lagos State’s capacity to deliver a safe, efficient, and sustainable wastewater management system, while strengthening institutional frameworks, promoting innovation, and attracting critical investments into the sector,” Diagne said.
Mr. Mohammed Aliyu, IFC Country Officer for Nigeria, emphasised the critical role of private sector investment in advancing sustainable wastewater management across the State, highlighting the need for structured governance frameworks to attract greater private-sector participation.
The meeting was attended by representatives from WaterAid, Arctic Infrastructure, International Finance Corporation, and the Lagos Water Partnership (LWP), as well as Heads of Departments and Units of the Lagos State Wastewater Management Office.
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9/04/2026
