Okii-bura clan launches ‘rubbish pit – a must have’ campaign to promote environmental protection

17 February 2026, 3:48 pm

By Agness Agilo

In an effort to promote proper waste management and protect the environment, the newly elected Awitong (clan head) of Okiibura, Benjamin Okii, has launched a campaign dubbed “Rubbish Pit – A Must Have.”

Speaking to Radio Wa, Okii said that environmental conservation will be a top priority during his tenure. He noted that the campaign aims to ensure every household within the clan establishes a designated rubbish pit for proper waste disposal.

According to Okii, the improper disposal of plastic materials and kavera (polythene bags) has significantly contributed to environmental degradation. He explained that plastics are non-biodegradable and do not decompose naturally, making it necessary for communities to collect and dispose of them in designated areas where they can either be recycled or safely burned.

He emphasized that the “Rubbish Pit – A Must Have” initiative will help households manage plastic waste responsibly and reduce pollution within the community.

The campaign comes amid growing calls from religious leaders for environmental responsibility. Recently, the Bishop of Lira Diocese, Sanctus Lino Wanok, urged residents of Lango to adopt proper plastic waste disposal practices. Bishop Wanok stressed the importance of individual responsibility in ensuring plastic waste is sorted and directed toward recycling efforts. He noted that cultural and religious institutions are working hand in hand to eliminate plastic pollution, which he described as a serious threat to the environment.

Meanwhile, Leonard Otika, the Environment Officer of Lira City, highlighted several interventions being implemented to address environmental challenges. These include tree planting initiatives, improved waste management systems, and regular city clean-up exercises.

Otika added that the city authorities have partnered with churches and cultural institutions to strengthen community mobilization efforts. He commended religious and cultural leaders for consistently advocating environmental conservation and encouraging proper disposal of plastic waste materials.

With cultural, religious, and civic leaders joining forces, efforts to combat environmental degradation in Lango are gaining momentum. The “Rubbish Pit – A Must Have” campaign represents a grassroots approach to tackling plastic pollution, reinforcing the message that environmental conservation begins at the household level.