Environment
COVID-19: Monarch Warns Against Unsanitary Habits
Following the increasing cases of Coronavirus pandemic in Rivers State and across the country, Paramount Ruler of Rumuoduwere Clan in Elelenwo, Eze Ken Otto, has warned against all forms of unsanitary habit by the people.
Eze Otto in an interview with newsmen in his palace said, regular hand washing with running water and soap must be observed by the people as well as the wearing of face masks.
According to him, it is imperative for his subjects to comply with the directive of government as law-abiding citizens to avoid contributing to the rise of the pandemic in the state.
He said, his community must support the collaborative effort of the Rivers State government to curtail the menace in the state.
Eze Ohna Odu IV explained that recent experiences have shown that lockdown is worse than the COVID-19 pandemic, hence the need to maintain government directives by observing social distancing, hand sanitising, wearing of face mask as well as other measures to avert the spread.
Eze Otto said Rivers State government should be commended and supported for putting necessary safety measures on ground to save the lives of Rivers state residents of which his subjects are beneficiaries.
He said further that, “from what we are witnessing about the second wave of COVID-19, the need to reemphasise support to government by observing all preventive measures is paramount.
As we go into 2021, it is imperative for us to obey government directives especially in public places by wearing face mask, sanitising hands and observing social distancing.
“As Rivers State government shows concern for its citizenry, we must show maximum support and cooperation,” he said.
Meanwhile, the Rumuodomaya Police Division has vowed to maintain its constitutional role of maintaining lives and property.
The Division also said its doors were open to members of the public on useful information about safety of the citizenry.
This wake up call was made by the Divisional Police Officer, CSP Muktar Muhdi
CSP Muktar said this last week when he was honoured by a media group for exhibiting professionalism, especially during the #End SARS protest.
He said the issue of policing is everyone’s business, hence all hands must be on deck to secure a better society, while commending the Rivers State Commissioner of Police for ensuring peace in the state.
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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