Effective Refuse Disposal: Incinerators To Be Built At Permanent Dump Site

In a continuous strive to keep Akwa Ibom State clean, green and beautiful, the Chairman of The Akwa Ibom State Environmental Protection and Waste Management Agency - Hon. Prince Ikim on 29th June, went on inspection to the proposed permanent dump site situated at Ntak Inyang by Nassarawa.

Speaking with journalists Prince Ikim said the dump site at Uyo village road was a temporary dump site which will soon be turned to a 'transfer station' to feed the permanent dump site when work fully commences at the permanent site.
Ikim intimated that with the permanent dump site which is about 11hecters the Agency will move from just collecting waste and dumping them to creating wealth and energy from waste , that incinerators will be built at the permanent dump site.

The Chairman who also talked about the poor conditions of the road, said the road will be opened up to allow easy motorable access to the dump site, while also imploring the inhabitants of the community to try and keep their community clean for their health sake.

Responding the Head of the Hausa community Alhaji Muhammad said he was happy about the new development and that the project will receive their full support and cooperation since they have been yearning for motorable roads around the community .

He commended the State Governor, Mr Udom Emmanuel for making the State peaceful and comfortable for them to stay ,saying he does not regret supporting the PDP govt in the State. He also promised to make sure his people keep the community clean always.

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