FCE Okene Launches Environmental Campaign, Urges Host Community to Support Cleaner Environment
The Federal College of Education, Okene, has appealed to residents of its host community to support efforts aimed at promoting environmental cleanliness and preventing indiscriminate waste disposal.
The management of the Federal College of Education (FCE), Okene, has appealed to residents of its host community to join hands with the institution in promoting a cleaner, healthier and more sustainable environment.
The appeal was made as the institution expressed concern over increasing cases of indiscriminate refuse disposal around the college environment, particularly along the perimeter fence of the institution.
Speaking on behalf of the Provost of the College, Dr Ibrahim Mosimabale, the Chairman of the College’s Environmental Task Force Committee, Mr Patrick Ushie, said the situation posed serious environmental and public health concerns.
According to him, the poor waste disposal culture observed in some parts of the community has continued to undermine efforts aimed at maintaining environmental sanitation within and around the institution.
He warned that refuse dumps around the college environment could become breeding grounds for mosquitoes, reptiles and other disease-causing organisms capable of threatening public health.
Ushie also noted that the commencement of the rainy season could worsen the situation, as improperly disposed waste materials may be washed into drainage channels, leading to blockages and possible flooding in surrounding areas.
The college management disclosed that it would soon commence a series of environmental sustainability initiatives targeted at improving sanitation and environmental conditions within the institution and neighbouring communities.
The planned activities, according to the management, will include environmental awareness campaigns, tree planting exercises and the evacuation of existing refuse dumps around the college environment.
While calling for the cooperation and understanding of residents, the institution stressed that environmental regulations would be strictly enforced to discourage indiscriminate waste disposal and other practices capable of endangering public health.
The management further warned that individuals found violating environmental sanitation laws would face appropriate sanctions.
FCE Okene reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment and urged all stakeholders to contribute toward building a cleaner and more habitable community.