The Rivers State Government has announced plans to regulate activities of sachet water manufacturers, and check incessant borehole drilling across the state.
The state Commissioner for Water Resources, Dr. Tamunosisi Gogo-Jaja made the plans public during a meeting with staffers of the ministry, yesterday in Port Harcourt.
He said the ministry was poised to regulate, sanitise and boost water provision in the state.
Noting that the administration of the Chief Nyesom Wike-led government was bent on improving the livelihood of citizens, he stressed that water was key to a healthy and better life.
Calling on staffers of the ministry to brace up towards the new task, Gogo-Jaja cautioned staff against indolence and absenteeism.
He frowned at all manner of attitude that jeopardise the vision and mission of the government, warning that any erring staff who falls short of expectation would be sanctioned.
He said Rivers State Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike was in a haste to develop Rivers State, and solicited the support of the workers, urging them to show commitment.
