Environment
Stakeholders Want Return Of RivGreen Marshalls In P H
Stakeholders in Rivers
State have called on the Rivers State Ministry of Environment to rescind its decision on the proscription of the RivGreen Marshalls introduced by the former commissioner in the ministry, Mr Kingsley Chindah.
A cross section of stakeholders, who spoke to The Tide said that the disappearance of RivGreen Marshalls had created room for lawlessness on the part of residents of Port Harcourt as refuse are dumped indiscriminately in the city.
They also lamented the incessant defacing of the city with faeces and urine, stressing that this situation had underscored the need for the ministry to order for the return of RivGreen Marshalls to the street of Port Harcourt.
In his view, Prince William Chinwo, lamented the incessant destruction of flowers and plants constructed by the government to beautify the city, stressing that this was never the situation when RivGreen Marshalls were patrolling the streets of Port Harcourt.
Prince Chinwo, who commended the state government for the massive efforts in ensuring that Port Harcourt returns to its garden city status, however, stressed the need for the enforcement of discipline among residents of the state on the issue of environmental sanitation.
Also speaking, Chief Sunnie Chukumele said that Port Harcourt was cleaner now than before, and attributed it to the massive investment by the administration on environmental sanitation.
Chief Chukumele, who decried the gradual return of indiscipline on the part of residents of the city, also called for the return of the RivGreen Marshalls.
Although, efforts to reach the Commissioner for Environment, Dr Nyema Weli to comment on the issue had proved abortive, the commissioner had at different fora said that government was working out modalities to ensure sustainability on environmental cleanliness in the city, pointing out that the ministry would not condone any act of lawlessness on the part of any group as far as sanitation is concerned.
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) on Thursday, launched an awareness campaign, aimed at educating residents on the increasing impact of climate change.
The campaign also seeks to enlighten residents on the urgent need for personal and community protection measures.
During the launch in Uyo on Thursday, the Akwa Ibom Director of NOA, Mr Mkpoutom Mkpoutom, said that the campaign aims at enlightening residents, about the changes in weather patterns.
He said that this includes unpredictable rise in temperatures, and how these changes threaten public health across the state.
Mkpoutom noted that the current weather was not harmattan, but an extreme form of air pollution, which is harmful to health as it could cause oxidative stress which affects body balance.
“Our environment is changing rapidly, and the effects are evident in the disruptions faced by our communities.
“It is paramount that every citizen of Akwa Ibom understands these changes and take necessary steps to protect themselves, their families, and their livelihoods,” he said.
He appealed to citizens to take the following precautions which include wearing of nose mask, drinking sufficient water, covering of food and water to keep away dust, washing fruits thoroughly before eating, among others.
He directed all NOA structures within the state to engage with local communities through town hall meetings and collaboration.
He also urged engagement with schools and community leaders, to disseminate vital information on early warning signs, as well as safety protocols during extreme weather conditions.
The Chairman of Epe Local Government Area of Lagos State, Ms Surah Animashaun, has urged traders of Aiyetoro and Oluwo fish markets to consistently ensure a hygienic trading environment.
She urged the traders to maintain cleanliness and observe proper environmental sanitation in the markets.
Animashaun said this during a visit to some of the market areas in Epe on Saturday.
She said that clean markets were critical to public health.According to her, poor sanitation could lead to the outbreak of communicable diseases, especially in fish markets, where waste management must be handled with extra care.
The council chairman urged traders to dispose of refuse appropriately, avoid indiscriminate dumping of waste, and ensure regular cleaning of stalls and surroundings
She noted that environmental hygiene is a collective responsibility, adding that everyone should be involved in this development.
Animashaun also warned that the local government would not hesitate to enforce existing environmental laws, including sanctions against defaulters.
She assured traders of the council’s commitment to providing adequate waste disposal facilities and regular monitoring to sustain a clean and healthy market environment.
The council boss also urged traders to desist from selling by the roadside, so as to avoid accidents, noting that several motor accidents had occurred along the Aiyetoro market area.
“We, therefore, urge traders to stop selling on the roadside,” she said.
President, Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Mrs Margaret Oguntala, has inaugurated the construction of 18 units residential terrace in highbrow Alausa area of Lagos toward bridging the nation’s shelter gap.
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