Examination of Legal Framework for Solid Waste Disposal and Management in the United Kingdom and South Africa: Lesson for Nigeria
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Date
2023-03
Journal Title
Indian Journal of Law and Justice
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Bandyopadhyay, Rathin
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University of North Bengal
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Yahaya, G., & Kehinde, olufunke Adeola. (2023). Examination of Legal Framework for Solid Waste Disposal and Management in the United Kingdom and South Africa: Lesson for Nigeria. Indian Journal of Law and Justice, 14(1), 39–68. https://ir.nbu.ac.in/handle/123456789/4986
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Yahaya, Ganiyu
Kehinde, olufunke Adeola.
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Abstract
One of the most pervasive environmental threats in the world is solid waste, which
includes trash, refuse, garbage, and rubbish from residential and business
operations. The threat is present in many nations, including Nigeria. Despite the
existence of the necessary legal frameworks (rules and institutions), the
inefficiency for the control and management of solid waste in Nigeria is very
frightening. This article looks at the legislative frameworks for solid waste in
South Africa, the United Kingdom, and Nigeria in an effort to learn from them for
Nigeria. To obtain data for a comparative comparison, the doctrinal approach of
legal research was used. The analysis found that in order to manage and control
the threat in accordance with the standard for best practices around the world,
the existing legislative frameworks is insufficient. However, this paper came to
the conclusion that the problem is not solely due to the inadequate legal
framework; it is also due to the general lack of concern individuals have for solid
waste management and control, which makes it impossible to achieve success
despite significant effort. Lessons were drawn for a better control and
management of solid waste in Nigeria as a way ahead.
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Environment, Solid Waste, Solid Waste Management, Legal Framework, Nigeria
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14
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1
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0976-3570
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39 - 68