The Ekiti State Government has called for calm among residents following reports of an obnoxious odour in some parts of the state capital, assuring the public that efforts are underway to identify the source and address the situation.

The State Commissioner for Information, Rt. Hon. Taiwo Olatunbosun, disclosed this in a statement made available to journalists, saying the government had commenced coordinated investigations, inspections and surveillance across affected locations.

According to Olatunbosun, the government is working with relevant institutions and environmental experts to assess the situation, trace the possible source of the odour and determine appropriate measures to resolve it.

Investigation identifies possible sources of odour.

The commissioner said preliminary surveillance and inspection exercises identified several activities capable of causing environmental nuisance and foul odours.

These include indiscriminate sewage disposal, poor waste management practices and the discharge of decomposed materials into public channels.

He said enforcement measures had been taken against identified offenders.

The measures, according to him, include prosecution, sealing of affected premises, clearing of environmental nuisances and fumigation of areas considered affected.

Government conducts air and gas analysis.

Olatunbosun further disclosed that the Ekiti State Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources had commenced air and gas analysis to obtain scientific information that could help determine the nature and possible source of the reported odour.

He assured residents that the situation was being closely monitored and that the government would continue working with relevant agencies and experts until the matter was properly investigated and resolved.

Residents urged to avoid speculation.

The commissioner urged residents to remain calm and refrain from spreading speculation or unverified information about the reported odour.

He warned that the circulation of unconfirmed reports could create unnecessary panic and escalate concerns among residents.

Olatunbosun also appealed to members of the public with useful information about the source of the odour to contact the appropriate authorities.

Residents can reach the Ekiti State Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources through its dedicated telephone line: 08145571085.

The commissioner reiterated the commitment of the Biodun Oyebanji-led administration to protecting the environment and ensuring a clean, safe and healthy environment for residents.

He assured the people that the government would continue its coordinated investigation and take all necessary measures to address environmental and public health concerns arising from the situation.

As the government wade into the matter, it is expected that the reported offensive odour circulated will be resolved.