By Kayode Olopade
As part of efforts to promote safe, efficient and environmentally sustainable medical waste management in Lagos State, the Health Facilities Monitoring and Accreditation Agency (HEFAMAA) has strengthened its collaboration with the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA).
The strategic partnership was reinforced during a courtesy visit by HEFAMAA officials, led by the Executive Secretary, Dr. Victoria Egunjobi, to the LAWMA headquarters. The meeting focused on addressing concerns raised by professional associations within the health sector on the collection and disposal of medical waste.
Speaking during the meeting, Dr. Egunjobi emphasized the importance of inter-agency collaboration in delivering quality services to residents of the State.
According to her, "Partnership is key to progress. Some health facilities registered with HEFAMAA have raised concerns that require collaboration between our agencies to ensure effective and sustainable solutions. By working together, we can strengthen regulatory compliance and improve medical waste management across Lagos State."
The Association of Radiographers of Nigeria (ARN) represented by Rad Opeoluwa Oduwole; the Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN) represented by Comrade Kabiawa Gbolahan, and the Association of General Private Nurse Practitioners (AGPNP), represented by Dr S .O Akinwande highlighted the need for greater professionalism by Private Sector Participation (PSP) operators in the collection, transportation and disposal of medical waste. They stressed that strict adherence to approved waste management procedures is essential to safeguarding public health and protecting the environment.
Responding, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, assured the associations of the Authority's unwavering commitment to ensuring that all PSP operators carry out their responsibilities in line with established regulations and international best practices.
He noted that LAWMA would continue to strengthen monitoring and enforcement mechanisms while working closely with HEFAMAA and other stakeholders to enhance medical waste management across the State.
The meeting ended with a shared commitment by HEFAMAA and LAWMA to deepen collaboration, improve compliance with medical waste disposal standards, and ensure a cleaner, healthier and safer environment for all Lagos residents.
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