BY RITA OYIBOKA
A revenue consultant to the Delta State Waste Management Board of (Delta North Senatorial District), Amiwec Global Resources has called on residents and businesses to verify the identification of collection officers and always request official receipts to ensure transparency in waste levy payments.
Speaking in an interview with The Pointer, the Director of Operations, Mr. Kingdom Odogwu, reiterated the organisation’s mandate as enforced in the ‘Delta State Internal Revenue Laws 2020’ to implement proper waste disposal, promote adherence to waste management guidelines, and deter indiscriminate dumping in drainage channels and unauthorised locations Odogwu clarified that the Annual Waste Management Levy is a once-a-year charge applicable to businesses, including shops, market stalls, companies, and hotels.
“The levy is remitted to the state Ministries of Health and Environment for the management and treatment of dumpsites, while Private Sector Participants (PSPs) receive monthly payments for their services,” he explained.
To address concerns regarding revenue collection, Odogwu reassured residents of the organisation’s legitimacy, urging them to verify the identification of collection officers and always request official receipts. “We are always with our Identity Card (ID) to authenticate our identity. Once you have our receipt, you are covered for the entire year,” he said.
Odogwu further appealed for respectful engagement with revenue officers. “We urge residents not to resist or confront our workers. If you are unable to make payments immediately, communicate politely, and we can allow some time for settlement. This initiative is for the collective good, to enhance waste management, maintain a cleaner environment, and prevent drainage blockages that lead to flooding and health hazards,” he emphasised.
However, he warned that persistent defaulters would face legal consequences. “We will issue repeated reminders, but if compliance is not met, defaulters will be taken to a mobile court, where the law will determine their penalties,” Odogwu cautioned.
Reiterating that environmental cleanliness is a shared responsibility, he urged businesses and residents to prioritise responsible waste disposal, emphasising that a cleaner Delta benefits everyone.
