By Njoku Chijioke<\/p>\n
The Abuja Environmental Protection Board (AEPB), under the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), has intensified its campaign against open defecation in the suburbs of the territory.<\/p>\n
The campaign, organized to mark the 2024 World Toilet Day, was held with the theme, “Toilets are a Place for Peace.”<\/p>\n
Mr. Braimah, spokesperson for AEPB, highlighted that the initiative is aimed at promoting good hygiene practices among rural communities across the FCT.<\/p>\n
Through the Department of Environmental Health and Safety, AEPB has been conducting awareness programs in rural areas, educating residents about the health risks associated with open defecation.<\/p>\n
Mr. Braimah emphasized the importance of every household having access to a functional toilet and adopting proper hygiene practices for the health and well-being of families and communities.<\/p>\n
World Toilet Day, observed annually on November 19, aims to celebrate the importance of toilets while raising awareness about the lack of safe sanitation facilities for many people around the world.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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