Enugu State Government is doubling down on its commitment to fostering a clean and hygienic environment by enforcing stringent regulations against the indiscriminate disposal of waste. With the announcement of the commencement of enforcement measures, individuals and businesses are warned against dumping refuse haphazardly or face penalties. The government's resolve to ensure compliance underscores its dedication to promoting public health and preserving the state's natural beauty.
ENUGU STATE GOVERNMENT
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
Enugu Gov’t begins enforcement of ban on indiscriminate dumping of wastes
The Enugu State Government hereby reminds the general public of its determination to ensure a clean and hygienic environment and promote the healthy living of the people.
In this regard, Government hereby announces that it has started enforcing the ban on indiscriminate and random dumping of refuse and disposal of unbagged wastes.
Defaulters will be arrested and fined fifty thousand naira (N50,000). A Special Sanitation Taskforce will patrol the state starting from Monday, May 13, 2024 to arrest offenders.
Those in the habit of throwing or dumping refuse from moving vehicles, in our waterways, on our roads, or in our market places are hereby warned to desist immediately or face the consequences.
Everyone should please inform their families, children and neighbours that dispose wastes early in the morning that all wastes must be bagged using ESWAMA-approved bin bags and disposed properly.
Also, all sorting by recycling companies should move to the landfill at Ugwu Onyeama. Anyone seen sorting plastics and other materials from waste dumps in any part of the city will be arrested and made to face the law.
Be guided accordingly.
Signed:
Professor Chidiebere Onyia
Secretary to the State Government
May 11, 2024
