The Effects of Poor Waste Management on Health and Socio-economy among Residents in Gombe Metropolis

Waste generation has significantly increased in Gombe state due to indiscriminate dumping of refuse in our environment and this has negative effects on health of the populace. In most municipal areas in Gombe state of Nigeria, poor waste management has become a threat to humans, animals and the environment due to the general increase of waste generation. Hence, the need to understand the causes of poor waste disposal and its harmful effects or implication on health among residents of Gombe Metropolis in Gombe state of Nigeria. (2015-2024). the research employed a survey methodology. The information collected from the research indicates that the inappropriate disposal of municipal trash has severe and hazardous consequences on the environment and humans survivals. Environmental risks, health threats, ozone layer depletion, flooding, unsightly environmental conditions, and human injuries were recognized as consequences of inadequate garbage management. Findings also revealed that, ineffective solid waste management in Gombe Metropolis is characterized by improper disposal, inefficient collection methods, laziness, ignorance and insufficient coverage of the collection system while reduction, reuse and recycling are some of the strategies that could be employed for an effective waste management. The report in conclusion presents succinct recommendations for government, experts, highway managers and the general public on the need to gird up for the challenge given by this threat.

Solid Waste Management, Health and Socio-economic Effects, Nigeria

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