Story bySa’adatu MAINA, Damaturu
The Yobe State Government has announced a major push to overhaul its waste management system, following the validation of a new study that exposes critical gaps in collection, transport, and disposal services across the state capital.
At a stakeholder meeting convened by the Ministry of Environment and the SOLID Project, on Wednesday, officials unveiled an evidence-based reform roadmap aimed at building a modern, sustainable waste system.
The initiative prioritises not only cleaner urban spaces but also inclusive access for internally displaced persons and host communities.
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The study highlights that rapid urbanisation is overwhelming existing environmental services. Without reform, public health risks and service inequities will deepen.
The government’s response now offers a clear pathway integrating improved collection, treatment, and disposal, while actively involving private operators, local councils, and informal waste workers.
“This study provides a robust foundation for transforming waste management into an efficient, sustainable model,” said the Environment Commissioner, Hon. Yakubu Sidi Karasuwa, reaffirming Governor Mai Mala Buni’s commitment to a healthier, more resilient state.
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Stakeholders, including MDAs, LGAs, civil society, and community leaders pledged support for the proposed reforms, underscoring that no vulnerable group will be left behind.
