Developing a Sustainable Approach to Waste Management in Nigeria: Lessons from Kwara State
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2023-06-01
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Lafia Journal of Economics and Management Sciences
Abstract
The study examined Kwara State's environmental protection policies and
strategies for sustainable waste management systems. Sustainable
development theory was adopted. The paper relied on both primary and
secondary data. The population of this study was 1207 which comprised
personnel in Ministries, Agencies, Associations and the House of Assembly
Committee on Health and Environment in Kwara State. The sample for the
study was 400. Of the 400 questionnaires distributed, 365 were retrieved
and analysed using Statistics Package for Social Sciences version 21.
Findings from the study showed that there is public awareness of the
importance of environmental protection and waste management in Kwara.
The study revealed that there is one approved dumpsite in Kwara. The study
also revealed low compliance with environmental and sanitation laws. The
study concluded that the Kwara state governments create public awareness
and enforce laws on the violators but many people are stubborn to comply.
The study recommended that recycling and treatment plants should be
established by the Kwara State government. The government should
increase allocated funds for environmental conservation. Kwara State
government should procure more vehicles and trucks and ensure regular
maintenance. Environmentalists should be given priority in the process of
recruitment, selection and placement.