The functions of the Ministry are summarised as follows:
- To achieve a sustainable healthy environment in Ekiti;
- To secure qualitative environment adequate for good health and well being of the masses;
- Conserve and use the environment and nature resources for the benefit of present and future generation;
- To enforce forestry laws and regulation for the control and protection of the State’s forestry resources;
- To promote public awareness and understanding of essential linkage between environment resources and development;
- To encourage individual and community participation in environment efforts;
- To collaborate with relevant stakeholders on environment matters;
- To check and control erosion and flooding problems in Ekiti State;
- To monitor and control all forms of environmental degradation;
- To restore, maintain and enhance the ecosystem and ecological processes essential for the functioning of the biosphere so as to preserve biological diversity.
Functions of Admin & Supplies Department
The major functions are outlined below:
- Handle all personal issues; including discipline and welfare of staff;
- Procurement and supply of basic office items, equipment and furniture;
- Handle staff training;
- Management, control and supervision of stores;
- Maintenance of vehicle and other capital assets;
- Processing of retirement papers;
- Other related assignments on the directive of the Accounting Officer.
Functions of Waste Management Board
To make Ekiti State cleaner and a better place through effective Waste Management, the Ministry embarks vigorously on:
- Intensified effort on waste collection and waste segregation;
- Provision of Waste Bins and zoning Towns and villages for waste collection;
- Establishes and maintains approved sanitary landfill sites within the State for the disposal of waste;
- Sets guidelines and monitors private sector participation in the maintenance of waste management vehicles and equipment.
Functions of Environmental Protection Agency
The Ministry provides effective protection of the environment through:
- Erosion and Flood Control
- Environmental Education and Awareness
- Planning and Monitoring
- Pollution Abatement Technology
- Watershed Management
- Environmental Impact Assessment.