The Ogun State Environmental Sanitation will hold tomorrow, Saturday, April 30, 2022, between 7am-10am, with no restriction of movement across the 20 Local Government Areas of the State.

A release signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Environment, Engr. Rasaki Ojetola, indicated that all waste collection and equipment of the Ogun State Waste Management, (OGWAMA) would be available to complement the effort of Private Sector Participation in various communities to collect waste generated during the exercise.

It enjoined residents to use the time to clear their drainage channels, clean their premises and dispose waste accordingly at designated points for the government accredited waste collectors to pick up.

 The release further stated that anyone found dumping waste inappropriately, would be prosecuted in accordance with the State Environmental laws, calling for the resident’s continuous support in maintaining cleanliness and a safe environment.

Local Government council officials and advocacy groups on environmental sanitation are expected to take charge in their localities to ensure the smooth running of the exercise.