The federal government has placed a ban on single-use plastics in all ministries, departments, and agencies to address the growing issue of plastic pollution in the country.
The minister said the ban aligns with Tinubu’s administration’s broader plastic waste management strategy and demonstrates the government’s commitment to tackling the triple threat of climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution.Salako stressed the severity of plastic pollution in Nigeria, describing it as “a major issue in our country”.
He explained that the ban is part of the administration’s efforts to promote responsible plastic waste management by refusing, reducing, reusing, repurposing, and recycling.Salako added that the ban serves as a leading example for the Nigerian populace to be environmentally responsible and use plastic waste judiciously.