As Muslims across Ogun State and the world celebrate Eid-el-Kabir, the General Manager of the Ogun State Environmental Protection Agency (OGEPA), Hon. Kehinde Bello, has called on the faithful to reflect on the virtues of obedience, sacrifice, and compassion while also taking responsibility for environmental cleanliness.
In his Eid message released on Wednesday in Abeokuta, Hon. Bello congratulated the Muslim community on the occasion, noting that the festival commemorates the unwavering faith and devotion of Prophet Ibrahim.
“This blessed festival reminds us of the profound virtues of obedience, sacrifice, and unwavering faith in the Almighty. As we commemorate Prophet Ibrahim’s devotion, let us internalize the spirit of selflessness and extend compassion to our neighbours, especially the less privileged,” the OGEPA boss stated.
However, the General Manager used the opportunity to stress the need for environmentally conscious celebrations, warning against practices that could harm public health and degrade the ecosystem.
He urged residents to uphold the “Ogun Standard” of environmental consciousness by properly disposing of animal waste after slaughtering.
“After the sacrifice, please bag and dispose of remains at designated collection points. Do not dump them in drains, roadsides, or water channels,” Hon. Bello advised.
He also warned against the indiscriminate burning of refuse and stressed the importance of maintaining hygiene during cooking and merrymaking to prevent disease outbreaks.
The OGEPA General Manager assured that the agency would be on active monitoring duty across the state to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
“Let us not turn our festive joy into an environmental hazard,” he cautioned.
Hon. Kehinde Bello concluded his message with prayers for peace, prosperity, and good health for all residents, and wished Muslims a happy Eid Mubarak.
“May the blessings of this season bring peace, prosperity, and good health to you and your families. May Allah accept our acts of sacrifice and devotion,” he added.
The agency reaffirmed its commitment to keeping Ogun green and clean, even in the midst of festive celebrations.
