“Economic activities across the metropolis will thrive if all residents adhere to sanitation best practices,” he said.
The immediate cause of the protest, which was later doused by the police, could not be ascertained.
DSCTDA urged residents to cultivate the habit of keeping their environments clean to make them habitable for everyone.
Governor Ifeanyi Okowa has approved the constitution of the inauguration committee to coordinate a smooth transition to the next administration in Delta.
The information commissioner, Charles Aniagwu, who disclosed this at a news conference in Asaba, said the victims included a 10-year-old boy.
The commendation was given during a courtesy visit by the Nigeria National Committee (NNC) of WAEC.
Mr Uzum said that the state government was concerned about the safety of lives and property of its citizens, particularly those living in flood prone areas.
Also, pupils in primary four and five who are yet to complete the second term examination would resume on October 6.