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As part of plans for sustainable waste management, Kogi State Government has signed a concession agreement with a firm, Stratus Consult Limited.

The project when implemented would help in carbon reduction in the state through recycling of waste, and this is projected to boost revenue profile of the state as well as massive job creation.

The Secretary to the State Government,Dr (Mrs) Ayoade Arike Folashade who is upbeat about the partnership noted that it’ll be a pathways for revenue generation, employment opportunities and environmental and health benefits among others.

Hon. Omofaiye Victor commended Governor Yahaya Bello for his positive disposition to all issues relating to the environment, noting that the recent express approval for the enhancement and cash backing of Kogi State Sanitation and Waste Management Board monthly operational fund for effective service delivery which has started yielding positive result.

The Secretary to Kogi State Government, Dr( Mrs) Ayoade Folashade Arike and Commissioner for Environment, Hon. Chief Victor Adewale Omofaiye signed for the state government while Managing Director of Stratus Consult Limited, Prince Xavier Eyemba signed the document on behalf of his company.