The Jospong Group of Companies, through its Nigerian subsidiary ZoomLion Nigeria, has entered into a landmark partnership with the Lagos State Government to construct a Transfer Loading Station (TLS) at the Olusosun dumpsite—a critical step in the eventual decommissioning of one of Africa’s largest and most controversial landfills.
Announced by Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, the initiative marks a turning point in Lagos’ decades-long struggle with sustainable waste management.
The governor highlighted the collaboration with ZoomLion Nigeria as a bold and necessary move to handle the state’s daily waste generation of 13,000 tonnes.
“Today, I witnessed the signing of an agreement between the Lagos State Government and ZoomLion Nigeria, part of the Jospong Group, that marks a significant step in managing waste across our state,” Governor Sanwo-Olu stated.
Under the agreement, ZoomLion Nigeria will lead the construction of a modern Transfer Loading Station at Olusosun, enabling the redirection of 2,500 tonnes of waste per day to a Material Recovery Facility (MRF) in Ikorodu.
The development is expected to accelerate the complete closure of the Olusosun landfill, located in Ojota, which has long been a health and environmental hazard due to fires, toxic emissions, and its proximity to residential communities.
A similar facility is planned for the Solous III dumpsite in Igando, with waste redirected to another MRF in Badagry.
This agreement is a major win for the Jospong Group, one of Africa’s largest conglomerates with a growing portfolio in waste management, sanitation, and environmental services.
The company’s involvement reflects Ghanaian expertise being leveraged for Nigerian urban challenges, showcasing the group’s growing regional influence.
ZoomLion Nigeria’s entry into Lagos’ waste reform aligns with the city’s broader vision of transitioning from outdated landfill models to structured, sustainable waste recovery and recycling systems. The initiative is also expected to generate over 5,000 jobs, both direct and indirect, and strengthen waste logistics infrastructure across the city.
For years, the Olusosun dumpsite—spanning nearly 100 acres—has symbolised Lagos’ infrastructure strain. Fires and hazardous fumes have frequently prompted evacuations and health warnings. Despite numerous policy proposals to close the site, progress has been hindered by the lack of viable alternatives—until now.
The partnership with ZoomLion, backed by Jospong Group’s regional credentials, provides a realistic and scalable path forward, offering Lagos a chance to emulate successful urban waste reforms seen in other global cities.
Although no specific timeline was announced for the completion of the TLS and MRFs, the state government’s commitment to closing Olusosun is firmer than ever, thanks to the operational backing of ZoomLion Nigeria.
As Lagos eyes a cleaner, smarter future, Jospong Group’s role could set the standard for other African cities grappling with urban waste, environmental hazards, and the challenge of building circular economies.
