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5 Facts About Imo Waste Recycling Plant Under Construction at Agbala — Facts from EWAMAC

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By Ambrose Nwaogwugwu, November 26, 2024.

In recent times, concerns have been raised regarding the operations of Eastern Waste Management Company Limited (EWAMAC) and its partnership with the Imo State Government. While some narratives have been misleading, here are the verified facts about EWAMAC and its waste management and recycling project in Imo State:

1. The Recycling Plant Is Under Construction and Near Completion

EWAMAC is actively constructing a state-of-the-art recycling plant at Agbala. The plant’s infrastructure is at an advanced stage, signaling the company’s commitment to turning waste into valuable products. This facility will include:

An incinerating plant capable of generating electricity through an inbuilt turbine.

A waste sorting plant for separating recyclables like plastics, metals, and paper.

A composting plant for processing organic waste into fertilizers.

Plastic and metal recycling units.

2. Modern Waste Management Equipment Procured

EWAMAC has invested significantly in modern waste recycling machinery, which will be deployed immediately upon the plant’s completion. This includes specialized equipment to handle waste sorting, incineration, and recycling, ensuring Imo State embraces global best practices in waste management.

3. Privately Run Under a PPP Model

EWAMAC operates under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, meaning it is no longer funded by the Imo State Government. Similar to private companies like MTN or Glo, EWAMAC’s operations are based on a service-fee-driven model. This ensures sustainability without placing additional financial burdens on the state’s coffers.

4. Fair Billing Structure Based on Waste Generation

Contrary to claims of exorbitant charges, EWAMAC’s billing system is proportional to the volume of waste generated by each entity. For instance:

Businesses generating higher waste levels are charged accordingly.

Monthly reminders are sent to clients for four months before any enforcement action is taken.

Businesses are only sealed as a last resort when they refuse to pay for services rendered over an extended period.

5. Significant Economic and Environmental Benefits

Once operational, the Agbala recycling plant will:

Reduce environmental hazards by efficiently managing waste across the state.

Create job opportunities for residents in waste management and recycling sectors.

Provide electricity to neighboring communities through its incineration plant.

Promote sustainable practices by converting waste into reusable resources like compost and recyclable materials.

Addressing Misinformation:

It is essential to separate facts from sensationalized narratives. While challenges in any large-scale project are inevitable, EWAMAC remains committed to delivering world-class waste management solutions. Claims of extortion and non-performance are baseless when viewed against the ongoing construction progress and the tangible benefits the partnership promises for Imo State.

The Ministry of Environment, which has oversight functions regarding EWAMAC, has confirmed that it is effectively carrying out its duties in line with the relevant laws of the land. The Commissioner for Environment has reassured the public of the ministry’s dedication to ensuring EWAMAC adheres strictly to its responsibilities and delivers on its promises to the people of Imo State.

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The man who tackled a gunman to the floor and saved people from getting sh0t at Bondi Beach in Australia has been identified as Ahmed al Ahmed.

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The man who tackled a gunman to the floor and saved people from getting sh0t at Bondi Beach in Australia has been identified as Ahmed al Ahmed.

He was shot during the incident and is currently recuperating in a hospital.

Meanwhile the two gunmen who k!lled over 9 people during the attack were neutralised.

NB: This page does not support violence and this is just a news report.

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Female Student Missing For 8 Days Found Chilling At Boyfriend’s House

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A fresh controversy erupted online after a female student, missing for eight days, was found at her boyfriend’s house.

‎Details of the incident were shared by a classmate of the lady, identified as @folaaaa on X (formerly Twitter).

According to @folaaaa, her classmate’s parents are of age, and the father disclosed that he is currently 70 years old.

Prior to her being found, her last WhatsApp activity was on Monday, December 8, 2025.

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My coursemate was reported missing by her parents yesterday. They said they could not reach her for like 8 days. We did our research she was last seen online on Monday. They sha did perfect investigation with the oga olopa and they found out she was with her man”.

Meanwhile, the tweet which has garned over 400,000 views has been flooded with reactions from X users.

Dam Dam stated, “Dem suppose arrest Her and her man. Make dem sleep inside cell for a week. Imagine giving your parents so much headache and eventually you are with a man,at least call them and let them know you are safe wherever you are”.

PP the art, “The number of people that had shared and reshared “missing girl” on my WhatsApp cl was crazy. my friend was telling me this just now and i was so shocked”.

‎Jimmy, “Same thing happened in my department while i was in year 1,fliers were made they even interrogated her male friends.these went on for the whole of the semester only to find out she reads the class group messages and sees the missing fliers. She then later said she’s with her man”.

‎Bhetty, “She went to see a man and she didn’t take her parents’ call?Make she sleep cell for 3 days”.

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“It took me getting married and giving birth to realise marriage benefits men more” — Woman shares emotional thoughts

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A woman has stirred serious conversations online after opening up about how marriage and motherhood changed her perspective on life.

In a heartfelt reflection, she said it was only after getting married and giving birth that she began questioning who marriage truly benefits.

According to her, women often carry the heavier load — emotionally, physically, and mentally.

She explained that marriage can make women feel like tools, responsible for cooking, cleaning, caring for the home, and even contributing financially, while still bearing the full weight of pregnancy, childbirth, and childcare.

She questioned why something described as a “blessing” should come with so much pain, stress, sleepless nights, and emotional strain for women.

In her words, childbirth comes with intense pain, followed by years of responsibility that largely fall on the woman, while many men continue life almost unchanged.

She admitted she never strongly pushed for marriage herself and only went along with it after family pressure. It was the lived experience — not theory — that opened her eyes.

While she made it clear that she loves her son deeply and finds joy in him, she said motherhood also forced her to confront uncomfortable truths about expectations placed on women.

📹: TT/mummychika1

 

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