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– Poor enforcement of styrofoam ban in Oyo
– Inadequate ban awareness among Ibadan communities
– Oyo government urged to strengthen food packaging enforcement
Many residents in Ibadan have voiced frustration over the Oyo State Government’s styrofoam ban, citing a lack of enforcement and awareness. Market traders in areas like Apata, Aleshinloye, and Sango report continued use and sale of styrofoam products, indicating gaps in public communication and implementation despite the ban taking effect on March 11, 2024. Critics argue that the government’s oversight weaknesses undermine its environmental and food safety objectives.
