The Oyo State Government, led by Governor 'Seyi Makinde, is committed to environmental governance and sustainable development. The Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Barr. Temilola Seun Ashamu, stated that the Ministry has made significant strides in climate action, waste management, afforestation, and ecological infrastructure.
The Ministry has planted 30,000 trees in six years, covering 111 hectares of land, and established three hectares of indigenous trees and medicinal herbariums.
Additionally, it has desilted 153 kilometers of blocked drains and culverts, and dredged 18 flood-prone streams, while constructing 50 bridges and culverts. The state has also implemented an early warning system for flood alerts in Ibadan, which alerts residents approximately 72 hours before any flood would occur.
In waste management, the Ministry has structured waste collection into 11 zonal clusters, with licensed Private Sector Participants (PSPs) registered under government revenue codes. The Commissioner urged residents to support the government's efforts in maintaining a clean and healthy environment.
Looking ahead, the government plans to expand tree-planting for soil stabilization, environmental beautification, and climate adaptation. It will also develop and implement an Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework and create a state-wide climate policy to address emissions mitigation and resilience planning.
Furthermore, the state aims to transition to formalized recycling systems and continue dredging waterways in flood-prone areas.
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