Environment
Govt To Sensitise PH Residents On Neigbourbood Sanitation
Come September 2011 monthly sanitation exercise, the state ministry of environment, will have top on its agenda, the sensitization of Port Harcourt City dwellers on the need for Neighbourhood Sanitation.
The Honourable Commissioner for Environment, Dr. Nyema Weli, who made this open to journalists during his inaugural environmental sanitation exercise as a Commissioner, that the usually once-a-month, sanitation exercise would definitely not be enough to bring back the garden city status of the city of Port Harcourt.
He, therefore, charged the media to throw their weight on the sensistisation initiative of his ministry so as to reach the far and near on individual’s role in keeping their neighbourhood clean.
Dr. Weli said repeatedly that the government as an entity cannot single-handedly rid the state of dirts except a co-operative efforts of all and sundry propelled by a common goal.
The need for the sensitisation project is imperative, he noted, because it is only when people become aware of the reason for their actions, that the anticipated result can be achieved and only on that note will their understanding shift from a monthly ritual to a daily routine or practice.
In his words, “we need every body to assist in keeping our city clean, the government can’t do it alone. Do what you can to keep your environment clean. Years back as a growing child, we didn’t need the government to clean our surroundings for us, we rather did it ourselves”.
The Commissioner challenged the public to be the Police of their own environment and refuse others who would want to convert their surroundings to a dump site, stating that if it involves calling the Police, members of sanitation authority or Health Officers on situation they cannot handle, they should not fail to do so.
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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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