The Edo State Government has warned traders and shop owners to desist from illegal dumping of waste, as it intensifies efforts to enforce environmental sanitation laws in the state.
The warning was issued during an environmental intervention and sensitization exercise led by the Managing Director of the Edo State Waste Management Board, EWMB, Amb. Dr. Lucky Enehita-Inegbenehi.
He was joined by officials and field personnel who engaged traders, shop owners, motorists and other stakeholders along Mission Road in Benin City on the dangers of indiscriminate waste disposal.
The intervention focused on addressing indiscriminate waste disposal, raising environmental awareness and encouraging members of the public to take greater responsibility for maintaining clean surroundings.
Traders and shop owners were particularly sensitized on the importance of using designated waste disposal points and refraining from dumping refuse on roads, medians, walkways and drainage channels.
As part of the intervention, warning signposts bearing the inscription “NO DUMPING OF WASTE HERE” were installed at identified illegal dumping points along the road. The board said the signposts serve as a warning that indiscriminate waste dumping is prohibited and that offenders, when apprehended, will be prosecuted in accordance with extant environmental laws.
In his speech, Dr. Enehita-Inegbenehi encouraged the public to support government efforts by adopting proper waste disposal practices.
He also expressed appreciation to Governor Monday Okpebholo for prioritizing environmental sustainability and for his continuous support for a cleaner and healthier Edo State.
