Abia Assembly intervenes over noise pollution affecting residents health
By requesting that the use of loud outdoor speakers in residential areas be regulated, the Abia State House of Assembly has taken a significant step in reducing noise pollution in the state. This came after locals voiced concerns about the harmful health impacts of noise pollution.
Ucheonye Stephen Akachukwu, the member representing Aba Central, introduced a motion in the House urging the State Government to implement the current noise pollution regulations.
In the motion, Ucheonye stated that the Abia State Environmental Protection Agency, ASEPA, and other pertinent agencies should enforce the state current noise control laws and regulations in residential areas in order to guarantee that the noise levels there do not surpass 55 decibels between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m.
He urged the State Government to launch a public awareness campaign on noise control to inform people and organisations about the necessity of using soundproof equipment or restricting loud speakers in residential areas.
In order to balance citizens’ rights to worship, environmental preservation, and tranquillity, the lawmaker also encouraged the Abia State administration to set aside particular locations for outdoor loudspeaker events.
Emmanuel Emeruwa, the Speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly, responded to the motion by stating that rules and regulations already exist to this effect.
He decided that in order to implement the legislation in their councils, the House will contact the chairmen of the local governments.
