24/02/2025
Why the Single-Use Plastics Ban in the State Hasn’t Taken Effect Yet
Despite the proposed January 2025 ban, the production and use of single-use plastics, including plates and polybags, persist in the state.
The government has postponed the outright ban to create an enabling system that ensures effective enforcement in the long run. This decision reflects the reality that the necessary infrastructure for enforcement is not yet in place. Additionally, it considers the interests of manufacturers who are now taking responsibility to reduce plastic consumption and develop sustainable alternatives before the ban is fully implemented.
Read more on why the Single-Use Plastics ban hasn’t been enforced yet: https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/02/why-enforcement-on-single-use-plastics-ban-hasnt-started-lagos-govt/