The Nigeria Green Earth Initiative (NGEi)

Introduction: To mark World Environment Day, the Nigeria Green Earth Initiative (NGEi), a youth-led non-profit organization, recently conducted an environmental sanitation and sensitization exercise in partnership with other NGOs and the Edo State Waste Management Board. During this event, an alarming waste management crisis was unveiled at Ulumuza Market, Useh branch, situated in Egor Local Government, Edo State. This article sheds light on the grave health hazards posed by the prevailing situation and calls for immediate solutions. The State of Useh Market: Engaging stakeholders and market leaders, NGEi President Davies Ugowe discovered a distressing reality. Useh Market, like many other markets in the state, was plagued by heaps of waste that accumulated near its entrances and on the nearby roads. The extent of this problem was shocking, with the situation even reaching the community town hall, leaving no area untouched by this growing crisis. Unveiling the Root Causes: In...

  Introduction World Environment Day, observed on June 5th each year, serves as a global platform to raise awareness about pressing environmental issues. This year's theme, "Solutions to Plastic Pollution," highlights the urgent need to address one of the most significant challenges our planet faces. While plastic pollution affects every corner of the globe, developing countries play a crucial role in finding sustainable solutions. By adopting innovative approaches and fostering collaboration, these nations can pave the way for a cleaner and healthier future. The Scale of the Problem Plastic pollution has reached alarming levels, posing grave threats to ecosystems, wildlife, and human health. Developing countries face unique challenges due to inadequate waste management infrastructure, limited resources, and a reliance on single-use plastics. Addressing this issue requires concerted efforts on multiple fronts, ranging from policy reforms to community engagement and techno...