By Awyetu Asabe Hope
The Special Adviser to the Governor on Waste Management and Managing Director of the Ogun State Waste Management Agency, Farouk Akintunde, has called for stronger collaboration with the police to address waste management challenges in the state.
Akintunde made the appeal during a visit to the Commissioner of Police, Bode Ojajuni, according to a statement issued on Sunday.
He said the agency requires police support to enforce environmental laws and curb indiscriminate dumping of refuse on roadsides, medians, and other public spaces.
“Our agency is particularly requesting partnership with the police in enforcing environmental and waste management laws,” he said.
Akintunde noted that closer cooperation would strengthen existing efforts, improve compliance, and promote a cleaner, safer environment. He also warned residents against obstructing environmental officials, stressing that such actions would not be tolerated.
Ojajuni assured that the police would support enforcement efforts, emphasising the health risks associated with poor sanitation.
He, however, urged OGWAMA to intensify public awareness campaigns, partner with civil society groups, schools, and community organisations, and introduce waste marshals to drive behavioural change.
He added that sustained sensitisation would encourage proper waste disposal and greater compliance with regulations, while reaffirming the police’s commitment to maintaining environmental standards across the state.