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The Nigerian government has introduced a set of guidelines to support the implementation of the National Policy on Plastic Waste Management (NPPWM).<\/p>\n
\u00a0These guidelines, developed between March 2023 and November 2024, are designed to help state and local governments manage plastic waste more effectively and align with international commitments on environmental protection.<\/p>\n
The NPPWM, launched in 2021, aims to address the growing issue of plastic consumption and waste management capacity in Nigeria.<\/p>\n
The policy sets out objectives to reduce plastic waste, lower greenhouse gas emissions, limit the use of single-use plastics (SUPs), and promote circularity within the plastic value chain.<\/p>\n
Recognising the critical role of state and local governments, the new guidelines provide a framework for addressing key areas such as waste collection, recycling, and the reduction of SUPs.<\/p>\n
The guidelines were formulated through a three-stage review process involving representatives from the Federal Government of Nigeria, the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA), local authorities, waste management agencies, and industry stakeholders.<\/p>\n
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