By Hauwa Ali
Oyo State Commissioner for environment, Abiodun Oni says that over 197 waste collectors have applied for the renewal contract of PSPs as part of the government’s mandate to appoint waste collectors to embark on household door-to-door collection of wastes.
Oni, disclosed this recently, in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.
While warning residents against wrong attitude to waste disposal, Oni said that government’s mandate was to ensure that its citizens stay in a clean and safe environment. adding that the menace of dirty environment would be conquered in no distant time.
“Over 197 waste collectors have applied for the renewal contract of PSPs. Re-applying does not necessarily mean automatic re-engagement, as the criteria for re-engagement must be met to achieve the cleanliness and efficiency deserving of our citizens.
“Re-applying does not necessarily mean automatic re-engagement, as the criteria for re-engagement must be met to achieve the cleanliness and efficiency deserving of the citizens.
“Planting of trees and cleanliness of the environment are of great concern.
“To this end, there shall be no indiscriminate dumping of wastes on road medians and other open spaces.”
“Traders and business owners are expected to pay promptly their apportioned waste bills and be responsible for the wastes they generate, which is part of their civic responsibilities.” He said.
The commissioner stressed that its waste management consultant, Mottanai Recycling, would be embarking on an emergency cleanup campaign exercise and urged residents to appreciate and adopt the government’s programme on waste management, which will ensure the success of the new waste management system in the state.