Leachates from landfills

and illegal dumping sites seeps into underground water tables and surface waters

What happens?

This leads to unsafe drinking water and contributes to the spread of water borne diseases

Blocked drainage system

Especially in densely populated cities like Lagos, Port Harcourt, and Ibadan, are a direct result of indiscriminate waste dumping

Open burning of waste

a common practice — releases dangerous toxins into the atmosphere, including dioxins and furans. This not only causes respiratory problems but also adds to greenhouse gas emissions, accelerating climate change.