Kwara State to Hold Sanitation Exercise on September 26

The Kwara State Government has announced a monthly environmental sanitation exercise set for Saturday, September 26, from 7am to 10am. During this period, both vehicular and human movement will be permitted.

Hajia Nafisat Musa Buge, the Commissioner for Environment, issued a statement urging residents to actively participate in the exercise. The initiative aims to mobilize residents, community groups, organizations, and stakeholders to clear debris that could obstruct drainage systems and waterways.

The sanitation exercise is designed to help communities mitigate the risks of flooding and disease outbreaks, especially during heavy rainfall. Residents are encouraged to focus on maintaining cleanliness in both their residential and business premises.

Additionally, the ministry will provide waste disposal vehicles to groups and organizations interested in collaborating with the government on sanitation efforts in their communities. The government emphasizes the importance of using this exercise to enhance environmental cleanliness and reduce the hazards associated with blocked drainage systems.