World Environment Day: Ibadan airport manager warns against illegal waste dumping
The Airport Manager of Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport (SLAA), Ibadan, Oluwagbemiga Afuwape, has issued a stern warning against indiscriminate waste disposal within and around the airport environment, stressing that environmental cleanliness remains a collective responsibility that must not be compromised.
Afuwape gave the warning on Wednesday during activities marking the 2026 World Environment Day celebration held at the airport’s Fire Bay in Ibadan.
Addressing staff members and stakeholders at the event, the airport manager condemned the activities of illegal waste dumpers, noting that such practices pose serious environmental and safety concerns, particularly within critical infrastructure such as airports.
He urged residents, airport users and members of host communities to desist from indiscriminate waste disposal and embrace proper waste management practices.
According to him, maintaining a clean and healthy environment is essential to safeguarding lives and ensuring the smooth operation of airport activities.
He also called on staff and participants to cultivate the habit of picking up litter whenever they come across it, emphasising that environmental protection should not be left to government agencies alone.
“Every individual has a role to play in keeping our environment clean and safe. We must all cultivate the habit of protecting our surroundings for the benefit of present and future generations,” he said.
The airport manager reiterated the management’s commitment to promoting environmental sustainability and ensuring that the airport remains a model of cleanliness and environmental responsibility.
