ASSESSMENT OF GLASS AND CERAMICS WASTE MANAGEMENT IN MUBI NORTH AND MUBI SOUTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREAS OF ADAMAWA STATE, NIGERIA
Author(s): NNANGUMA, Kingsley Ahamefula; Abraham David Morakinyo
Institute(s): 1 National Centre for Technology Management (NACETEM) North-East Zone (Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology) Modibbo Adama University, Yola, Adamawa State, Nigeria; 2 Department of Industrial Design, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Modibbo Adama University, Yola, Adamawa State, Nigeria
Volume 5 / Issue 2
Abstract
This study investigated the generation, disposal, and recycling of glass and ceramic waste in Mubi North and Mubi South Local Government Areas of Adamawa State, Nigeria. A descriptive survey design was employed, integrating quantitative and qualitative methods. Data were collected from 384 households across 12 political wards using structured questionnaires, key informant interviews, and field observations. Descriptive statistics were used to summarize waste generation and disposal patterns, while inferential analyses examined the relationship between socio-demographic factors and recycling participation. Findings revealed that open dumping was the dominant disposal method (68.5%), with minimal recycling activity (14.3%), largely driven by informal collectors. Major constraints included inadequate collection infrastructure (78.9%), absence of formal recycling centers (72.4%), and weak market demand for recyclables (65.1%). Institutional gaps were characterized by poor enforcement of environmental regulations (78.4%), insufficient funding (70.6%), and limited public–private partnership involvement (55.2%). A significant positive relationship was observed between educational attainment and recycling behavior. The study concluded that glass and ceramic waste management was largely inefficient due to infrastructural, institutional, and behavioral challenges. Recommendations included the establishment of community-based recycling hubs, introduction of incentive schemes, enhancement of environmental education, strengthening of institutional capacity, promotion of public–private partnerships, and formal integration of informal waste collectors. Implementation of these measures was expected to facilitate a transition toward a circular and sustainable waste management system, improve environmental quality, and support local economic development.
Number of Pages: 9
Number of Words: 3995
First Page: 78
Last Page: 86