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ZERO WASTE: WASTE MANAGEMENT IN NIGERIA |
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by HASSAN ABUBAKAR MUHAMMAD | 03-09-2021 16:36
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As an emerging country with a population of nearly two hunderd million people, Nigeria generates quite a lot of waste.
The Waste Management Society of Nigeria (WAMASON) estimates that nearly sixty-five million metric tonnes of waste is generated in the country per annum. This often caused a waste management crisis, especially in most urban centres where municipal authorities struggle to effeciently dispose of trash. Meanwhile, despite the fact that most Nigerians typically regard waste as completely useless, there exist some business-savvy ecoprenuers who have recognised the immense potential in waste management and recylicing and have taken steps towards harnessing it. What Is Recyling? Simply put, recycling entails the conversion of waste materials into new, useful products. The essence is to reduce over-dependence on raw materials for the production of new products. It is also one of the most effective ways to managing waste; preventing pollution, enshuring a clean and healthy environment. |
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HASSAN ABUBAKAR MUHAMMAD
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Hello Hassan,
This is your mentor Hannah.
Thank you for sharing how waste is managed in Nigeria. I wonder what kind of waste contributes the most to the trash in Nigeria. It is interesting that you've mentioned recycling. Can you distinguish between zero waste and recycling? Think about it.
Thank you again for your contribution to Tunza community, and please keep up the great work :)
Hannah
Posted 05-09-2021 02:21
Hello Hassan,
This is your Mentor Joon.
You have mentioned about waste management of your country, Nigeria.
Huge amount of wastes are generated around the world, but sadly they are not processed eco-friendly way. I cannot say eco-friendly way is a synonym to efficient way because in short-term financial wise, just dumping trash can seem efficient. However, thinking long-term, governments and societies have to find more sustainable way to do so.
As mentioned in the article, it is good that there are ecoprenuers trying their best, but more people and capitals should be invested to the industry for better future.
Thank you for the article.
Yours,
Joon
Posted 04-09-2021 20:50
Thank you for your sharing :)
Posted 03-09-2021 18:13