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Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>The Renaissance Care and Empowerment Foundation, RECEF, has expressed deep concern about the deteriorating state of cleanliness and waste management in Kogi State, particularly in Lokoja, the state capital.<\/p>\n

In a statement sent on Friday, the Executive Director of RECEF, Idris Ozovehe Muraina, noted that despite efforts such as the launch of \u201cOperation Clean the City\u201d earlier this year by the Commissioner for Environment and Ecological Management, the situation has only worsened, putting the health and well-being of residents at risk.<\/p>\n

According to Muraina: \u201cThe streets from Lokongoma down to the New Market\/NATACO axis are now overrun with unremoved waste, turning our once vibrant city into a breeding ground for diseases and environmental hazards.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn fact, the dumpsite somewhere around the Felele area of Lokoja, close to the Federal University permanent site, is wearing a new, dangerous look. What was once envisioned as \u201cOperation Clean the City\u201d now seems to have transformed into \u201cOperation Prepare for Cholera\u201d as filth continues to accumulate unchecked.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are calling on the Honourable Commissioner of Environment and Ecological Management, as well as the management of the Kogi State Waste Management Board, to urgently wake up to their responsibilities and take decisive action to address this pressing issue.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe current state of affairs is unacceptable and poses a significant threat to public health and the environment. It is imperative that immediate steps are taken to clean up our streets, properly manage waste, and restore the cleanliness and beauty of our city.\u201d<\/p>\n

He urged the authorities responsible for waste management in the state to redouble their efforts, implement effective strategies, and engage with relevant stakeholders to tackle this challenge head-on.<\/p>\n

He explained that RECEF Nigeria stands ready to support and collaborate with the government and relevant agencies in any way possible to ensure a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable environment for all residents of Kogi State.<\/p>\n

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