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Amosun Seeks Manufacturers’ Support In Environmental Sustainability

The Ogun State Governor, Ibikunle Amosun has called on all stakeholders, especially manufacturers to support government in tackling head-on, environmental degradation in the state. Advertisement … Continue reading Amosun Seeks Manufacturers’ Support In Environmental Sustainability


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The Ogun State Governor, Ibikunle Amosun has called on all stakeholders, especially manufacturers to support government in tackling head-on, environmental degradation in the state.

Governor Amosun gave the charge at the 32nd Annual General Meeting of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) themed: “Developing a Workable Work Plan for Environmental Sustainability, Cost Implications, Benefits and Drawback” which held in Ota area of the state.

The governor, who was represented by the state Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Mr Bimbo Ashiru, urged manufacturers and other stakeholders to support government in protecting the environment by refraining from activities that could lead to desertification, environmental pollution, deforestation and other hazards occasioned by poor handling of the environment.

“Recent happenings around the world have made it imperative for us all to begin to address the issue of over-exploitation of the environment and the impact on its sustainability,” he said.

The governor noted that it was to this end that his administration had continued to empower relevant government ministries, departments and agencies to carry out their oversight functions in industries and business premises across the State towards promoting best practices.

He commended MAN for taking steps to sensitize its members on the best industrial waste disposal system and how to curb degradation, while sourcing for raw materials.

“Undoubtedly, industrialization plays a vital role in the socio-economic development of any State. It is a panacea for eradication of poverty and unemployment. Industrialization process involves tapping natural resources to meet the needs of mankind. It is however important that we strike a balance in the way we explore and exploit these resources without destroying the Eco-system.”

Amosun noted that his administration would continue to leverage the cordial relationship that exists between it and the association to chart better ways of improving the commercial status of the state.

Earlier in his address, the Chairman of MAN, Ogun State branch, Mr Wale Adegbite, commended the governor for his commitment to the growth and sustenance of the manufacturing sector, adding that the association would continue to work in tandem with government policies to ensure a healthy environment for the state.