EWAMAC Launches Door2Door Waste Disposal December 4th

By Ambrose Nwaogwugwu, December 3, 2024.

Owerri—In a groundbreaking move set to revolutionize waste management in the metropolis, the Eastern Waste Management Company (EWAMAC) has announced the launch of its innovative Door2Door Waste Disposal service in Owerri, starting December 4th. This was disclosed today in Owerri by the company’s Managing Director, Uche Njoku, during a press briefing with newsmen.

Speaking on the initiative, Njoku highlighted that the Door2Door Waste Disposal system is designed to eliminate the burdensome task of residents trekking to refuse dumps to dispose of their waste. Instead, the service introduces a convenient, home-based waste collection method that promises to enhance hygiene and ease of living.

“The Door2Door service will phase out the traditional public waste disposal method, which has often been plagued by inefficiency and health hazards. With this new system, residents can enjoy a cleaner and healthier environment as their waste will be collected directly from their homes,” Njoku explained.

Benefits of the Door2Door Waste Disposal Initiative

The new waste disposal system is poised to deliver several significant benefits to residents and the broader community:

1. Improved Public Health: By eliminating public dumpsites, which are notorious for breeding disease-causing pests and emitting foul odors, the Door2Door system will significantly reduce health risks associated with improper waste management.

2. Enhanced Environmental Cleanliness: Regular and systematic waste collection will help maintain cleaner streets, gutters, and neighborhoods, contributing to a more aesthetically pleasing city.

3. Convenience for Residents: With waste being collected directly from homes, residents, particularly the elderly and disabled, will no longer face the challenge of transporting refuse to distant dumpsites.

4. Job Creation: The service is expected to create new employment opportunities for waste management personnel tasked with door-to-door collection, driving economic growth in the state.

5. Reduced Carbon Footprint: By discouraging individual trips to dumpsites, the system will help reduce carbon emissions, aligning with global sustainability goals.

Njoku further emphasized EWAMAC’s commitment to ensuring a seamless transition to the new system. “Our team is working tirelessly to ensure that the infrastructure and workforce are ready to meet the demands of this innovative service,” he stated.

Residents of Owerri have expressed optimism about the initiative, with many lauding EWAMAC for addressing the long-standing challenges of waste management in the city.

As the countdown to December 4th begins, all eyes are on EWAMAC to deliver on its promise of transforming Owerri into a model city for effective and sustainable waste management practices.