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Evaluate the effectiveness of community-driven waste management programmes on pollution and health metrics in Nigerian cities.

March 12, 2026Open Access

Reduction in Pollution Levels and Health Metrics through Community-Driven Waste Management Programmes: An Impact Evaluation in Nigerian Cities

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Evaluate the effectiveness of community-driven waste management programmes on pollution and health metrics in Nigerian cities.
Mixed-methods approach with quantitative monitoring data and qualitative community surveys.
Assessment of particulate matter levels pre- and post-intervention.
Evaluation of health outcomes related to respiratory and cardiovascular diseases.
Approximately 25% reduction in particulate matter (PM10) in polluted zones.
Health benefits included a 30% decrease in respiratory and cardiovascular diseases among the target population.

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Mixed-methods evaluation shows reduced pollution and health benefits in Nigerian cities, highlighting community roles.

Nwosu et al. (2011) studied this question.

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