Environment
Edo LG Builds Relief Camps Ahead Flooding
The Etsako Central Local Government of Edo says it has constructed temporary relief camps ahead of this year’s predicted flooding.
The council Chairman, Mr Emmanuel Momoh, told newsmen in Fugar that four camps, fitted with modern facilities, had been prepared for those who might be displaced by flood.
Momoh said that the council embarked on massive enlightenment to educate the various communities in the area, especially those within the riverside areas, about actions to take when the need arose.
He said that with the early preparations, the residents would be able to conduct themselves better by knowing when to vacate their homes and move to the camps.
He commended the state government for the measures it took in handling last year’s disaster in the area, adding that the camps were built to provide habitable environment for victims.
“We know the state and the council did their best during last year’s flood disaster even though they were never prepared for it.
“It has been predicted that flooding will occur again in some parts of the country this year and we have to be prepared for it, but nobody actually knows what will happen.
“It may or may not occur as predicted. We really do not want to be caught off guard.
“We have put four camps in place and these camps are fitted with modern toilets and other facilities, including play station, for children,” he said.
Momoh also said the efforts by both the state and the local government was to ensure that the losses suffered by flood victims last year would not reoccur.
“We are not alone on this as the state government is also making its own plans to mitigate suffering of any victim,” he said.
It will be recalled that Etsako Central was affected by the 2012 flood in Edo where more than 10,000 persons were displaced in 10 communities.
Also NIMET has predicted that 32 states are most likely to be affected by flood this year.
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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