Environment
RSG Cautions Against Use Of Tyres To Roast Meat
Part of a makeshift bridge at Apete in Ibadan where ten people were suspected to have drowned when the bridge collapsed after a downpour, recently. Photo: NAN
The Rivers State Govern
ment has warned abattoir operators against the continous use of tyres to roast meat.
The Commissioner for Environment, Dr Nyema Weli handed down the warning during the monthly environmental sanitation exercise at Rumuelechi abattoir Mile III, Port Harcourt.
Dr Weli, who was accompanied by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Dr. Godwin Mpi and directors, said that the continuous use of tyres in the preparation of meat is posing serious health challenges to the people.
The commissioner also decried the unsanitary conditions of the abattoir, stressing that the operators by their activities are contributing to the health problem of the society.
He said that the ministry would continue to sensitise abattoir operators across the state on the need to adopt standard practice in the preparations of their meat.
Dr Weli also directed members of the Rumuelechi abattoir to report to his office within 21 days with their plan of action on how to keep the environment clean.
Also speaking, the state Acting Director of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Mr Oliver Wolugbom said that, the problems of abattoirs in the state need the collaboration of all stakeholders to solve.
He said that both the state and local government as well as Butchers Association must sit down together to discuss the problems of abattoirs with the view to finding solution to them.
Mr Wolugbom however, commended the ministry of environment for its campaign towards the eradication of unhealthy practices in abattoir and assured of the Agency’s Support.
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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