What are the factors that hinder waste management in Nigeria? Why are the streets, gutters and drains left dirty, clogged up and unkept when it is the fundamental responsibility of the local councils to make sure these things are in place.

What could be the role of the private sector in this and how can they work in conjunction with the government and the general public to make sure the concept of waste collections and responsible disposal becomes a reality in Nigeria?

We try to build a society without solid foundations, that is why we neglect the basics and that is why we are confused. Your suggestions are welcome.

Waste management has to do with carrying of waste from a place(inception) to final place of disposal.


And we have three methods
1:landfill
2:incineration/combustion
3:recovery and recycling

wat we have in nigeria is landfill.

donbachi:
Waste management has to do with carrying of waste from a place(inception) to final place of disposal.


And we have three methods
1:landfill
2:incineration/combustion
3:recovery and recycling

wat we have in Nigeria is landfill.

What you are saying may apply in some areas in Abuja or Lagos. Most towns and villages don't have any such things. No public or household bins, no waste collections of any form by the councils and no responsible disposal. Instead, inhabitants use gutters, drainages, streets and open spaces for rubbish disposal.

It is pathetic that in the 21st century we still don't have feasible structures in place to clean and maintain our villages, towns and cities. It is a gold mine waiting to be mined.