Epidemic looms as refuse heaps take over Enugu

RESIDENTS of Enugu have resorted to burning heaps of refuse that have taken over the nooks and crannies of the capital city to forestall an outbreak of diseases.

Although the refuse heaps started mounting in major parts of the state in the first week of this month, they remained un-evacuated, posing health hazards to residents.

Vehicular movement along major roads in the city had been affected by refuse heaps, which now compete for space with road-users.

Worst hit by the development are Abakpa, Ogui, Independence Layout, Agbani Road, Gariki, Awkunanaw, Kenyetta, Edinburgh, Coal Camp and Trans-Ekulu areas of the city.