In Abuja, residential areas are grappling with a growing crisis as refuse dumps and cow dung overrun the landscape, rendering parts of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) increasingly uninhabitable.
DAILY POST's investigation reveals that areas such as Karu Site, Jikwoyi, Kurudu, Kubwa, Gwarinpa, and Utako under the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) are particularly affected. Residents and cart pushers, known as 'Baban Bola,' indiscriminately dump refuse, leading to towering heaps that remain unattended for weeks. These refuse mountains pose significant health risks, with the potential for vector-borne diseases, air pollution, and water contamination.
Despite assurances from authorities, including the Abuja Environmental Protection Board (AEPB), the situation persists due to inadequate waste management and enforcement efforts. Meanwhile, the presence of scavengers and cattle rearers exacerbates the environmental and security threats in the FCT.
Residents lament the irregularity of waste collection services and the deteriorating living conditions caused by the refuse crisis. However, authorities promise interventions to address the mounting challenges and restore cleanliness to Abuja's neighborhoods.
