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Influence Of Waste Management On Environmental Health And Development

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  • Damisola Omolara Adewumi

    (Lagos State University of Science and Technology)

  • Elesho Yusuf Alade

    (Lagos State University of Science and Technology)

  • Bankole Ibrahim Ashiwaju

    (Lagos State University of Science and Technology)

  • Joachim Gidiagba

    (Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, University of Johannesburg, South Africa.)

  • Chinedum Gloria Uzougbo

    (Delta State Ministry of Health, Asaba, Nigeria)

  • Chisom N Onyebuchi

    (National Examinations Council, Nigeria)

Abstract

This research scrutinized the impacts of waste management systems on environmental health and socio-economic development in the Yaba Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Lagos, employing a sample survey as the research design. The study included 800 respondents from the public residing within the targeted area, yielding a representative sample size of 227 as determined by the Yamane formula. Stratified sampling was used to assess respondents that were readily accessible and amenable to participation. The data were gathered via structured questionnaires and subsequently evaluated through Frequency Tables and Percentages. Pearson’s Product Moment Correlation Statistical method was employed for hypotheses testing. The findings revealed a significant correlation between the current waste management system in Yaba LCDA and employment opportunities. Likewise, there was a noted relationship between waste collection methodologies in Yaba LCDA and the economic opportunities for residents. Moreover, a relationship between the challenges confronting waste collection and management in Yaba LCDA and environmental sanitation was also observed. The study proposes several recommendations. First, the necessity for establishing and enforcing robust waste management legislation to streamline the current waste management system in Lagos State. Secondly, continued public education campaigns are necessary to underline the benefits of efficient waste management for environmental and societal health. Additionally, remuneration for Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) staff needs to be fair and sufficient to ensure their dedication to their work. Finally, the Lagos State government should furnish modern equipment, suitable vehicles, and waste disposal tools to support LAWMA and Private Sector Participants (PSP) officials in waste collection efforts.

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  • Damisola Omolara Adewumi & Elesho Yusuf Alade & Bankole Ibrahim Ashiwaju & Joachim Gidiagba & Chinedum Gloria Uzougbo & Chisom N Onyebuchi, 2023. "Influence Of Waste Management On Environmental Health And Development," Journal of Wastes and Biomass Management (JWBM), Zibeline International Publishing, vol. 5(2), pages 59-72, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:zib:zbjwbm:v:5:y:2023:i:2:p:59-72
    DOI: 10.26480/jwbm.02.2023.59.72
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