The Lagos State Infrastructure Maintenance and Regulatory Agency (LASIMRA), with the support of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), has announced the commencement of a pilot cleanup exercise targeting telecommunications infrastructure across the state.
The exercise is scheduled to begin tomorrow at Emina Crescent Junction on Toyin Street, Lagos.
According to the organisers, the initiative requires the active participation of major industry stakeholders, including Internet Service Providers (ISPs), Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) and cable infrastructure providers.
Technical teams from the various organisations have been directed to be present at the designated location by 9:00 a.m. for the commencement of the exercise.
Chairman of the Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria (ATCON) Cleanup Committee, Mr Segun Okuneye, stressed that safety would remain a top priority throughout the operation.
THe directed all participating technical personnel to wear appropriate safety gear and strictly adhere to operational safety procedures to prevent accidents during the cleanup exercise.
The initiative is aimed at addressing the growing challenge of indiscriminate telecommunications infrastructure deployment across Lagos.
According to the organisers, the key objectives of the exercise include improving environmental sanitation by removing redundant and damaged cables, enhancing public safety by addressing the risks posed by dangling wires and poorly maintained equipment and promoting orderly infrastructure deployment to support organised telecommunications growth in the state.
“Telecommunications operators remain committed to maintaining the aesthetics of Lagos State and supporting initiatives that promote a cleaner, safer and more organised environment,” the committee stated.
Speaking on behalf of the ATCON Cleanup Committee, Mr Ajibola Olude urged stakeholders and residents to cooperate fully with officials participating in the exercise.
He described the pilot scheme as a major step towards achieving a more sustainable and visually appealing smart city infrastructure for Lagos.
