Nigerian lawmakers ask government to ban single-use plastic
Nigeria, Feb. 14 -- The House of Representatives has asked the federal government to ban the production, distribution and use of styrofoam and other single-use plastic.
The House asked the government to initiate a phased approach to the ban by providing sufficient time for businesses and industries to transition to alternative eco-friendly materials and practices.
This decision followed the adoption of a motion moved by Muktar Shagaya (APC, Kwara) on Wednesday during plenary.
Presenting the motion, Mr Shagaya claimed that the increasing use of styrofoam and other single-use plastic in Nigeria poses significant environmental and public health risks, including pollution of waterways, soil, and air quality.
The legislator noted that the ...
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