WASTE DISPOSAL

The aim of this study was to examined attitude of undergraduate students in hall of residence in university of Benin towards environmental sanitation and waste disposal, four research questions were raised to guide the study. What are the attitudes of students living in hall of residences in university of Benin toward environmental sanitation? What is the current environmental sanitation situation in the hall of residences in University of Benin? What factors account for the environmental sanitation in the hall of residences in university of Benin? What are the current practices of students towards a better way to dispose waste and environmental sanitation? The descriptive survey research design was used for this study. The population of the study consist of students in the Faculty of Education in University of Benin. A sample of 200 students were randomly selected from the population. Questionnaire was the instrument used to elicit information from the respondents. The data collated were analyzed using the simple percentage, mean and standard deviation. The findings from the study it was seen that the students feel unconcerned toward environmental sanitation in their surroundings.it was also seen that students have a negative attitude toward health important of maintaining good environment. It was seen that polluted air from refuse dumping site brings out odour cause respiratory disease among students. The recommendation includes Environment health offices should train and operate on the opinion that active participation of cleaning the environment is necessary because people are more inclined to use and support of
sanitation improvement if properly guided. There should be legislation for proper sanitation on a regular basis to make every day count as it will enhance the health status of the environment.

This study was carried out to examine the impact of low cost of environmental materials on the knowledge and attitudes of Students towards the proper solid waste disposal. Two research questions and two hypotheses were raised and analyzed for the purpose of the study. A purposive sampling technique was used in selection of fifty (50) undergraduate students which were drawn from 100 level students of the Departments of Health, Safety and Environmental Education (HSE) and in the Faculty of Education, University of Benin for the purpose of the study. The data were collected with questionnaire instrument and analyzed using mean and standard deviation. It was revealed that students from the experimental group who were exposed to low cost of environmental materials have good attitude towards proper solid waste disposal compared to students in the control group who were not exposed to these materials. The difference in their attitudes was significant, based on the data from the findings of this study. It was also revealed through further findings of this study that students from the experimental group who through the use of low cost environmental materials had knowledge about proper solid waste disposal among undergraduates compared to students in the control group who were not exposed to the materials. Only few of the students in the control group had a little knowledge about proper solid waste disposal. More findings of this study indicated that use of low cost environmental materials has a significant impact in equipping students with knowledge about proper solid waste disposal and the importance of proper solid waste disposal.

Improper waste disposal remains a major environmental challenge in many semi- urban communities in Nigeria, with implications for public health, sanitation, and sustainable development. This study examines public perception of environmental issues and the effectiveness of enforcement mechanisms in managing waste disposal practices in Ekosodin community, located in Ovia North-East Local Government Area of Edo State. Using a mixed-methods approach involving structured questionnaires, interviews, and field observation, the research assesses residents’ awareness of environmental hazards, their attitudes toward waste disposal, and the extent to which existing regulations are understood and adhered to. The study also evaluates the role of local authorities and community-based structures in enforcing environmental laws and promoting responsible waste-handling behavior. Findings reveal significant gaps in public awareness, inadequate enforcement of existing regulations, and socio-economic factors influencing waste disposal practices. The study concludes that strengthening environmental education, improving waste management infrastructure, and enhancing collaborative enforcement strategies between local government and community leaders are critical for promoting sustainable waste management in Ekosodin. Recommendations are provided to guide policymakers and environmental agencies in designing more effective interventions.