The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency says Nigeria consumes over 2.5 billion litres of sachet water annually, produced by more than 32,000 manufacturers across the country
Prof. Innocent Barikor, the Director -General of NESREA, stated this at the inception meeting of the Child Project –GEF 11193 on Tuesday in Abuja.
He said the project “Circular Solutions to Plastic Pollution in Nigeria” was aimed at reducing plastic sachet water consumption, while ensuring access to safe drinking water.
Barikor said the meeting marked a significant milestone in Nigeria’s ongoing efforts to address the growing challenge of plastic pollution in the country.
He said the pervasive issue of single-use plastic water sachets had become both a convenience and an environmental burden.
” Your presence here today reflects our shared commitment to finding sustainable, innovative, and practical solutions to this critical environmental challenge.
“As you are aware, Nigeria consumes over 2.5 billion litres of sachet water annually, produced by more than 32,000 manufacturers across the country.
” While this has helped bridge gaps in access to drinking water, it has also resulted in severe environmental consequences.
“These include blocked drainage systems, flooding, degradation of ecosystems, and risks to public health and biodiversity.
“This dual challenge of water access and plastic pollution makes this project not just timely, but necessary,” he said.
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