Chikun Local Government Council of Kaduna State has reiterated it determination towards supporting groups, associations and all partners that are willing to address the bane of open defication in the area.
The Council Chairman, Engineer Salasi Nuhu Musa made the assertion while speaking during the 2024 World Toilet Day commemoration at LGEA Primary School, Mahuta.
The 2024 World Toilet Day with themed "Toilet a place for peace" was celebrated by Chikun Local Government Council in Collaboration with the United Nations Children's Fund and the Kaduna state Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency to enlighten people on the importance of using toilet properly.
Speaking during the event, Engineer Salasi Nuhu Musa represented by the Councilor of Rido ward, Mrs Mary Galadima described the day as important and timely.
Engineer Salasi enjoyed people of the area to avoid Open Defication and embrace proper sanitation and hygiene.
In his speech, the Director General, Kaduna State Rural water Supply and Sanitation Agency, Engineer Mubarak Shehu Ladan explained that Kaduna State is targeting to end Open Defication by the year 2025.
Highlighting the significance of the day, the UNICEF Wash Officer, Kaduna Field Office, Mrs Theresa Pamma called on the public to ensure that every household has a functioning toilet system as that will help reduce open defication tendencies..
In their goodwill Message, the Wash Coordinator, Mrs Florence Manshop and the Director, Education and Social Development of the Council, Mrs Ruth Markus thanked UNICEF and RUWASSA for their support.
Highlight of the event include, a shot Drama on sanitation and hygiene by pupils, cultural dance as well as exhibition of toilet models and facilities by toilet business owners.