Flood kwara government warns against indiscriminate refuse dump

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FLOOD: Kwara Government Warns Against Indiscriminate Refuse Dump

Ilorin, Kwara State - The Kwara State Government has warned against the indiscriminate dumping of refuse in the state, particularly in areas prone to flooding.

The warning was issued by the State Commissioner for Environment, Hon. Aliyu Kora, during a meeting with stakeholders in Ilorin, the state capital.

Kora said that the government was concerned about the increasing cases of flooding in the state, which he attributed to the reckless dumping of refuse in waterways and low-lying areas.

He warned that the government would not hesitate to take drastic measures against anyone found guilty of dumping refuse in unauthorized areas, saying that such actions were not only illegal but also posed serious health risks to the people.

"We cannot continue to allow people to dump refuse in our waterways and low-lying areas without taking action," Kora said. "This is not only a health hazard but also a major contributor to the flooding we experience in the state. We will not tolerate this behavior anymore."

The Commissioner also appealed to residents to desist from dumping refuse in unauthorized areas, saying that the government had provided designated dumping sites for waste disposal.

"We have designated dumping sites for waste disposal and we urge residents to use them," Kora said. "We will not hesitate to take action against anyone found dumping refuse in unauthorized areas."

The warning comes as the state is experiencing heavy rainfall, which has led to flooding in several parts of the state.

In recent weeks, several areas in Ilorin, including the popular Oja Timber Market, have been flooded, causing damage to properties and disrupting business activities.

The government has promised to take measures to mitigate the effects of flooding in the state, including the construction of drainage channels and the clearing of waterways.

Meanwhile, the state government has also appealed to residents to report any cases of refuse dumping in unauthorized areas to the authorities, saying that such information would be treated with utmost confidentiality.

"We urge residents to report any cases of refuse dumping in unauthorized areas to the authorities," Kora said. "We will take action against anyone found guilty of this offense."