Ogun State Government has said that it has engaged the services of Solous MRF 1 Limited (a subsidiary of West Africa Engr.) to manage municipal waste across the State, as part of measures to promote a cleaner, safe and healthier environment for all.
According to a release by the Commissioner for Environment, Mr. Bolaji Oyeleye, the service provider, which specializes in waste management, recycling and conversion of waste to revisable energy, was expected to manage all levels of municipal solid waste cycle, including waste collection, processing and disposal in the State.
The release noted that the partnership would enhance effectiveness, efficiency and optimal performance in solid waste management in the State, with the goal of creating an outstanding waste management sector.
It also stated that government had on Monday 12th February, 2018 signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the service provider, which was followed by a joint technical meeting on Tuesday, 20th February, 2018.
The release added that the ministry would provide all necessary technical support to ensure that the service provider achieve its mandates as stated in the MOU, noting that, the partnership reiterates government’s commitment to actualizing its plan for an enviable environmental and infrastructural development of the State.
