Tag:Pet Bottles

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FCTA approves N2.6bn for projects, Lagos clarifies PET bottles, sachet water not banned

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Executive Committee has approved N2.6 billion for three waste management projects in the capital city. FCT Executive Committee meeting Chief...

Michael Simire - May 20, 2025

Water & Sanitation

Foundation fights open defecation through pet bottle toilet, borehole

In Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria, a remote community is battling waterborne diseases due to unavailability of clean drinking water, sanitation and...

Michael Simire - December 15, 2024

Waste Management

Sachet and PET bottles ban: Implications for environment, unemployment

Iya Semiu, as she is popularly called, sits in her makeshift shop at Jabi garage, a bustling motor park in Abuja metropolis, displaying her...

Michael Simire - February 9, 2024

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Health, environmental concerns inform ban on alcoholic drinks in sachet

The Federal Government of Nigeria has banned the importation, manufacture, distribution, and sale of alcoholic beverages in sachets and bottles of 200ml and below. Director-General...

Michael Simire - February 6, 2024

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Lagos bans single use plastic, pet bottles

The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has banned the single use of plastic among its staff. The Permanent Secretary, Office of Environmental Services, Lagos...

Michael Simire - January 4, 2022