Abubakar Buba, commissioner for environment in Kaduna, has stated that the state government spends N204 million monthly to maintain cleanliness in the state.
Buba made the comment in response to a recent report by State of the Nigerian Environment (STONE), which ranked Kaduna as the cleanest state in the north-west.
In a statement issued on Sunday, Buba explained that this investment is driven by Uba Sani, the state governor, who believes that “a clean environment is the foundation of a good healthcare system.”
The commissioner noted that the significant financial commitment is beginning to show results, describing the ranking as a true reflection of the sanitary condition of the state.
He further mentioned that the Sani administration has engaged 2,400 street sweepers who ensure that major cities are swept every day.
Buba clarified that the cost is shared by both the state and local governments.
“The Senator Uba Sani Government is doing a lot toward ensuring the recycling of waste to wealth. In the near future, Kaduna State government will be generating revenue from waste instead. We are currently working with investors in this area,” Buba added.
