By Peter Adedoyin
Ogun State government has reaffirmed its commitment to combate the scourge of open defecation, emphasising the need for collective action from stakeholders to raise awareness and educate citizens about the dangers of the practice.
Special Adviser to the Governor on Ogun State Environmental Protection Agency, Dr. Oluwadare Kehinde, made this known in Abeokuta, saying partnership with the private sector, community leaders and Community Development Associations (CDAs) was needed to identify and address the root causes of open defecation and promote hygiene practices.
Dr. Kehinde noted that eradicating open defecation was a gradual process through public awareness, saying in the determination to curb the menace, government had constructed public toilets and sanitation facilities across the state, encouraging citizens to take ownership of the facilities.
He revealed that government was partnering with the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency to launch a joint campaign to ban open defecation along the Lagos/Ibadan Expressway corridor, expressing optimism that through multi-faceted approach, the menace would be curbed, resulting in a healthier and more sustainable environment for residents of the state.
According to him, tackling open defecation in the state aims to reduce the spread of diseases, promote economic growth and enhance the overall quality of life for its citizens.
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