NAVIGATING THE URBAN WASTE LANDSCAPE: UNVEILING FACTORS AFFECTING SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT IN ABUJA

Authors

  • Aisha Bello Ahmed Department of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Abuja, – Nigeria.
  • Ibrahim Suleiman Hassan Department of Civil Engineering, Federal University of Abuja, FCT, Nigeria.
  • Fatima Abubakar Haruna Department of Civil Engineering, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria.

Keywords:

Domestic solid waste management, influencing factors, urban environmental sustainability, waste generation, waste challenges

Abstract

This study addresses the intricate dynamics influencing domestic solid waste management in Abuja, with a focus on investigating the factors shaping this critical aspect of urban environmental sustainability. The background of the study provides essential context, offering a succinct overview of the research's fundamental purpose. Recognizing the potential challenges inherent in such investigations, this chapter outlines the statement of the research problem with a proactive approach to overcoming obstacles. The research questions, derived from the study's aims and objectives, serve as a compass guiding the exploration of the multifaceted factors impacting domestic solid waste management in the Abuja context. The justification for this study is underscored by the imperative need to comprehensively understand and address the challenges associated with waste management in urban settings.

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Published

2024-03-05

Issue

Vol. 1 No. 1 (2024): February

Section

Articles