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Lawyer Sues Over Open Defecation

Lawyer Sues Over Open Defecation on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Prompting Government Action

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By Ify Onyekwere   Open defecation remains a severe public health issue in many parts of Nigeria, despite ongoing efforts to combat it. According to recent data from the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), Nigeria has one of the highest rates of open defecation globally, with over 47 million people practising it daily. The Lagos-Ibadan […]

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The Impact of Open Defecation on Ecosystems: A Threat to Sustainable Development

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By Ify Onyekwere On a recent episode of The Development Report show, hosted by Ify Onyekwere, Chika Ogamba, a sustainable development advocate, provided a compelling discussion on the “Impact on Ecosystem” caused by open defecation. Open defecation, the practice of defecating in open spaces such as fields and bushes, presents a significant threat to ecosystems

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Open Defecation: Addressing Environmental Health Risks and Sustainable Solutions

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By Ify Onyekwere   Open defecation remains a significant challenge in many parts of the world, particularly in rural areas where sanitary infrastructure is lacking.  Ijeoma Salome Ogwurumba, who was featured on the radio show,  a Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) personnel and UN-SDG Ambassador, provided a comprehensive analysis of the risks and necessary interventions.

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