Delta State Monthly Environmental Sanitation: Low Compliance as Government Urges Residents to Prioritize Cleanliness
The Delta State monthly Environmental Sanitation exercise was observed across the state with the usual restrictions on human and vehicular movement.
The exercise was monitored by the State Commissioner for Environment, Mr. Ejiro Jmani, who was accompanied by the Functional Permanent Secretary, Mr. Enone, as they moved around to assess the level of compliance.
A mobile court was stationed at Uzoigwe Primary School, Asaba, to prosecute offenders in line with the State’s environmental laws.
Speaking during the monitoring exercise, the Commissioner expressed disappointment over the low level of compliance, noting that many residents could not stay back in their homes for just three hours to participate in the cleaning exercise. He emphasized that sanitation should be a daily responsibility, not only a monthly routine.
Mr. Amani explained that the monthly sanitation was introduced to promote awareness and ensure a cleaner environment across Delta State. He commended various volunteer groups who actively participated in the exercise.
However, he noted that the compliance level remained discouraging and urged residents to develop the habit of maintaining a clean environment at all times.
Also speaking, the Director of the State Environmental Taskforce, Mrs. Nkechi Amaraegbu, urged residents to prioritize their health, stressing that a clean environment promotes good health. She highlighted the need to uphold the spirit of cleanliness, as it helps reduce the spread of diseases, prevent illnesses, and avoid unnecessary deaths.
Mrs. Amaraegbu noted that the Government has continued to do its part by mobilizing resources to keep the environment clean. She called on residents to cooperate with the Government and work collectively to achieve a healthier and cleaner Delta State.
