The Rivers State Waste Management Agency (RIWAMA) has commenced the evacuation of accumulated waste in parts of Port Harcourt City and Obio/Akpor Local Government Areas to improve environmental sanitation.
The exercise targets bulky waste materials, including construction debris, scrap metals and other non-compactable refuse that have defaced major roads and medians across the affected areas.
RIWAMA says the operation is already ongoing in parts of Port Harcourt metropolis and Obio/Akpor, while Ogbogoro, Oil Mill axis and neighbouring communities are expected to benefit in the next phase.
The Managing Director of the Agency, Dr Ibimina Wokoma, says the exercise is part of efforts to support the Rivers State Government’s commitment to maintaining a clean and healthy environment for residents and visitors.
He assures residents that the evacuation will continue until all identified waste disposal points are cleared, adding that routine refuse collection by accredited waste service providers will also be sustained.
The Agency has urged residents, community leaders and market associations to cooperate with the clean-up exercise by ensuring proper waste disposal.
RIWAMA also cautions the public against indiscriminate dumping of refuse, advising residents to patronise only its accredited waste service providers to ensure effective waste management and prevent the re-emergence of illegal dump sites across the state.
