In a shift that signals a more hands-on approach to environmental management, the Oyo State Government has rolled out a daily sanitation monitoring and enforcement system aimed at keeping communities consistently clean and healthy. The move marks a departure from the once-a-month exercise many residents had grown accustomed to.
The Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Hon. Ademola Aderinto, unveiled the initiative on Tuesday during a press briefing to commemorate his first 100 days in office.
Speaking with a sense of urgency, honourable Aderinto emphasized the need for a cultural change—one that places cleanliness at the heart of everyday living rather than a periodic obligation.
According to him, the new system is designed to make environmental responsibility a daily habit. Environmental health officers are now deployed across the state, ensuring compliance while also encouraging residents to take ownership of their surroundings. The message, he noted, is simple: a cleaner Oyo begins with daily actions.
Behind the scenes, the Ministry has been strengthening its operational capacity. No fewer than 930 environmental personnel—including vanguards, sweepers, and waste packers—have been re-engaged to boost efficiency. Their presence is already being felt, especially with street sweepers now working twice daily to keep roads visibly cleaner.
The government has also invested in infrastructure to support the initiative. With the backing of Governor Seyi Makinde, two new compactor trucks have been added to improve waste evacuation, ensuring that refuse does not linger longer than necessary in public spaces.
In a bid to deepen public participation, the Ministry introduced the “Oyo Soro Soke” Environmental Whistleblower platform. Accessible via mobile apps and WhatsApp, it empowers residents to report environmental violations in real time, fostering a sense of shared responsibility in keeping the state clean.