by Ajíbọ́lá ỌLÁDÌÍPỌ̀ | Apr 7, 2020 | Environment and Sanitation, Nigeria, Public Policy, Quality and Inclusive Education
As it stands, we all are getting to realise how public health can jeopardise economic stability. It is now importance that we do not make errors on purpose or play negligent and as such, we must take sustainable actions in protecting our environment. We are Nigerians...
by Ajíbọ́lá ỌLÁDÌÍPỌ̀ | Dec 28, 2019 | Environment and Sanitation, Nigeria, Public Policy
Here in Nigeria and by extension, a number of countries (based on international reviews) designate and empower a professional department for reforms and development in the Environment and Sanitation space. A line ministry such as a Ministry of Environment and...
by Ajíbọ́lá ỌLÁDÌÍPỌ̀ | Dec 28, 2019 | Environment and Sanitation, Public Policy
Affordability is defined as the ability of households to pay for a certain level of waste management services. The threshold payment for waste collection, separation/recycling, and final disposal services is internationally accepted as 1.5% of average household...
by Ajíbọ́lá ỌLÁDÌÍPỌ̀ | Dec 27, 2019 | Environment and Sanitation, Innovation and Strategy, Nigeria, Public Policy
Establishing a consultative group to review key aspects of intended reforms is quite key for progress. Such a consultative group should be broad based and comprise representatives of essential stakeholders, including associations of municipalities, associations of...
by Ajíbọ́lá ỌLÁDÌÍPỌ̀ | Dec 26, 2019 | Environment and Sanitation, Nigeria, Public Policy
Professional collection and disposal services that include full collection coverage in urban areas, full or substantial coverage in rural areas, and sound environmental standards at disposal sites should be provided by responsible agencies/authorities as the minimum,...
by Ajíbọ́lá ỌLÁDÌÍPỌ̀ | Dec 24, 2019 | Environment and Sanitation, Public Policy
Waste management plans in States of the Nigerian Federation should be prepared in line with a national strategy/plan and municipal waste management plans should be prepared to guide local implementation. To do so, a process should be adopted to align municipal and...
