Assessment of solid waste collection in Akure metropolis (A Likert Scale Approach)

Solid waste management remains a major urban challenge in developing countries, including Nigeria. Despite the importance of solid waste management, there is a dearth of research on the efficiency of solid waste collection practices in Akure Core Area, Ondo State. This study aims to bridge this knowledge gap by evaluating the efficiency of solid waste collection practices in Akure Core Area, identifying the challenges facing the existing waste management infrastructure, and recommending strategies for improving the efficiency of solid waste collection practices in the study area. This study assesses the efficiency of solid waste collection services in Akure metropolis, Ondo State, using a Likert scale-based survey methodology. Data were gathered from 400 households across five major districts. The findings reveal significant dissatisfaction with the frequency, reliability, and cost of collection services. Recommendations for improvement include all-inclusive community participation, increased service frequency, public sensitization, and stakeholder collaboration.