Kano acquires 10 heavy duty trucks to boost waste management

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has procured 10 new heavy-duty refuse evacuation trucks and 3 payloader excavators.

According to a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa on Friday, the initiative is a significant move to enhance waste management and environmental sanitation in the state.

It noted that the new equipment aims to improve the efficiency of refuse collection and disposal across the state, addressing long-standing challenges in waste management.

Read Also:Kano flags off waste management initiative

SolaceBase reports that the machines were officially presented by the Honorable Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change, Dr. Dahir Hashim, who emphasized the government’s commitment to ensuring a cleaner and healthier environment.

‘’Dr. Hashim noted that the new equipment will strengthen the state’s capacity to manage waste, reduce environmental pollution, and mitigate the effects of climate change, ‘’the statement said.

‘’Governor Yusuf reiterated his administration’s dedication to sustainable environmental practices, urging residents to support government efforts by maintaining proper waste disposal habits.

‘’The new machines are expected to be deployed immediately to key areas facing waste management challenges.’’