The Nigerian Environmental Society (NES) has expressed concern over indiscriminate waste disposal and poor waste management practices across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), warning that the trend poses risks to both public health and the environment.
Speaking at a stakeholders’ training on waste management in Abuja, NES President Dr. Efegbidiki Okobia said continued improper waste disposal could lead to serious environmental and health challenges. He identified Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) as having the highest number of illegal dump sites in the FCT and called for greater attention to waste management alongside ongoing infrastructure development.
The society urged authorities to establish integrated waste management facilities capable of recycling plastics, cartons, wood, biodegradable materials, and electronic waste. According to NES, improved waste management can create jobs, reduce pollution, and support environmental sustainability.
The group also stressed the need for stronger collaboration among government agencies, private sector operators, communities, and environmental stakeholders to address growing waste challenges in the nation’s capital.
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