DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL

The study seeks to investigate the knowledge of causes and effects of environmental pollution among residents in Egor local government area. In order that the objective in this research work might be achieved, research design employed in this research is descriptive survey design. The data collected from the questionnaire was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Based on the data collected it was discovered that there is a high level of knowledge of the causes and effects of environmental pollution among residents in Egor local government area. Additionally it was discovered that it was discovered female residents in Egor local government area of Edo state have an influence on the level of knowledge of the causes and effects of environmental pollution. The study recommends organizing educational workshops that focus on the causes and effects of environmental pollution, Launch awareness campaigns using various media, including radio, television, social media, and local newspapers, . Implementing educational programs in local schools to teach children about environmental issues, Organizing clean-up events that not only help improve the local environment but also serve as practical learning experiences about pollution and its effects and Encouraging active participation from both males and females in environmental conservation efforts can foster a more comprehensive understanding of pollution and its impacts.