A public notice issued by the Assembly and signed by the District Coordinating Director, Mr. Innocent Komla Gavua, stated that the initiative is aimed at ensuring strict adherence to environmental sanitation by-laws and promoting responsible waste management practices.

According to the notice, a Special Sanitation Taskforce comprising Environmental Health Officers, traditional authorities, and personnel from the Ghana Police Service will be deployed throughout communities in the district to monitor sanitation conditions and enforce the Assembly’s environmental regulations.

The Assembly warned that individuals who litter public spaces, fail to keep their surroundings clean, or violate sanitation by-laws would face legal consequences.

“Offenders will be promptly hauled before the law courts for prosecution,” the notice emphasized.

The Assembly called on residents, business operators, transport unions, market women, religious organizations, and other stakeholders to support the initiative by maintaining clean surroundings at all times.

Property owners and occupants of homes, shops, offices, garages, markets, lorry parks, churches, and mosques were urged to take responsibility for the cleanliness of their premises and adjoining areas.

The notice further encouraged residents to actively participate in the monthly National Sanitation Day exercises as part of efforts to improve environmental conditions throughout the district.

Some residents welcomed the decision, noting that poor sanitation practices in certain communities had led to indiscriminate waste disposal and clogged drainage systems.

They expressed optimism that the reintroduction of the “Samansaman” regime would serve as a deterrent to sanitation offenders and contribute to a cleaner and healthier environment.

Others, however, appealed to the Assembly to complement the enforcement exercise with sustained public education campaigns on proper waste disposal and environmental hygiene.

Environmental health experts have consistently highlighted the importance of improved sanitation in preventing outbreaks of diseases such as cholera, diarrhoea, and typhoid fever.

The Kadjebi District Assembly expressed confidence that with the support of traditional leaders, community members, and other stakeholders, the renewed enforcement regime would significantly improve sanitation standards and enhance public health across the district.