The Environmental Health Officer for the Ayawaso East Municipal Assembly, Abass Ibrahim, has called on Ghanaians to actively support efforts aimed at preventing air pollution and improving the quality of air we breathe.
Speaking to Happyghana.com during an engagement with students of the Nima Cluster of Schools on Wednesday, October 22, Mr. Ibrahim stressed the need for continuous public education on the dangers of air pollution, especially among children who represent the nation’s future.
The outreach formed part of the “General Sources Campaign”, an initiative by Infinity 970 in partnership with Breathe Cities, aimed at educating students on practical ways to maintain clean air.
Mr. Ibrahim emphasized that beyond awareness, it is crucial for citizens to put the lessons learned into action.
He advised Ghanaians to avoid burning refuse, no matter how small, and instead register with waste management companies for regular collection.
He further encouraged residents to liaise with their respective assemblies to acquire dustbins to help manage waste more responsibly.
On his part, the Director of Infinity 970, Emmanuel Lamptey, explained that the campaign seeks to raise awareness about the deadly impact of air pollution.
Citing data from the World Health Organization (WHO), he revealed that an estimated 28,000 people die annually from air pollution-related causes a figure expected to rise in the coming years if urgent action is not taken.
He also advised school authorities to sprinkle water on dusty compounds before sweeping each morning to minimize the amount of dust generated.
Students from the Nima Cluster of Schools expressed appreciation to Infinity 970 and Breathe Cities for the education, pledging to apply what they had learned and share the knowledge with their families and communities.
