Lagos state bans single-use plastics, including styrofoam, with enforcement starting in 2024.
Lagos state government has banned styrofoam and other single-use plastics, with enforcement starting on 4 March 2024. Nigeria generates an estimated 2.5 million tonnes of plastic waste yearly, with Lagos contributing 8,400 tonnes daily. Residents' discarding habits harm the environment, with over 130,000 tonnes of plastic waste entering waterways annually. The author suggests taxing single-use plastics would be a more effective solution, as it incentivizes producers to find alternatives and reduce waste.
March 12, 2024
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