The Executive Chairman of Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government, Hon. Lawal Adewale Wasiu, FCA, has inaugurated the Environmental Task Force Committee as part of the administration’s renewed efforts to strengthen environmental sanitation, promote proper waste management and ensure a cleaner, healthier and more orderly environment across the Local Government Area.
The inauguration, which took place at the Council Secretariat Conference Hall, underscores the administration’s determination to tackle environmental challenges, particularly indiscriminate refuse disposal, roadside trading and poor sanitary practices around residential and commercial premises.
Speaking at the event, the Executive Chairman explained that the establishment of the Committee was informed by the need to address persistent environmental infractions, including the indiscriminate dumping of refuse along roadsides, the regulation of roadside trading and the enforcement of appropriate sanitary standards among traders and business operators.
He stressed that the Environmental Bye-Law was enacted in the interest of public health, safety and the general well-being of residents, adding that its provisions are consistent with existing Federal and State laws.
Hon. Wasiu further disclosed that the Task Force would collaborate with relevant security agencies to ensure effective enforcement of environmental regulations. He noted that appropriate sanctions, including the closure of residential and commercial premises found to be in violation of stipulated sanitation standards, would be implemented in accordance with applicable laws.
The Environmental Task Force Committee comprises the following members:
Supervisor for Water Supply and Environmental Sanitation – Chairman.
Director of Water Supply and Environmental Sanitation – Member.
Local Government Health Officer – Member.
Local Government Environmental Officers – Members.
Representative of the Nigeria Police Force – Member.
Representatives of the So-Safe Corps – Members.
Two Representatives of the Association of Waste Managers of Nigeria – Members.
As part of the inauguration, the Executive Chairman presented members of the Committee with copies of the Environmental Bye-Law and its accompanying Code of Conduct to provide the necessary regulatory framework and operational guidelines for their assignments.
To ensure proper identification and professionalism during enforcement operations, members will also be provided with branded reflective jackets bearing the inscription "Ado-Odo/Ota."
In his response, the Committee Chairman, Mr. Rasaq Oyekan, described the inauguration as a remarkable and long-awaited development. He commended the Executive Chairman, the 8th Legislative Council and the Management of the Local Government for their support and commitment towards actualising the initiative.
He charged members of the Committee to demonstrate discipline, dedication and a strong sense of responsibility in the discharge of their duties. He expressed optimism that the Task Force would significantly improve environmental sanitation in Ado-Odo/Ota and position the Local Government as a model of environmental best practices among local government areas in Ogun State.
Also speaking, the Secretary to the Local Government, Mr. Ogabi Muhammed, who delivered the vote of thanks, urged the Committee to complement enforcement activities with sustained public enlightenment and sensitisation.
He emphasised that achieving a clean and healthy environment requires collective responsibility and the active cooperation of government, traders, business operators and residents.
The inauguration of the Environmental Task Force Committee reaffirms the administration's commitment to effective environmental governance, improved public health, responsible waste management and the creation of a cleaner, safer and more orderly Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government Area.
SIGNED:
Alabi Sheriff
Chief Information and Public Relations Officer
Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government
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