FG to phase-out production, use of non-biodegradable plastics

Ministry of Environment on Wednesday, disclosed its plan to phase-out the production and use of non-biodegradable plastics in the country. Plastic waste which has been known to be a major cause of litre in the Nigerian environment, water, pollution, floods and general environmental degradation are clogged by plastic wastes particularly plastic bags and discarded pure water sachets.  Supervising Minister of Environment Arch. Darius Ishaku said “the phase-out programme will be implemented in a gradual, painless and sustainable manner in order not to cause social and economic dislocation.” Ishaku explained that “the increasing use of plastic materials in all facets of our lives with their attendants consequences has been a concern not only to government at all levels but to all Nigerians.”

The implementation of such a plan will not be easy but it will be possible for we Nigerians so as to contribute significantly to the economic and social well-being of thousands of Nigerians.  Several countries have adopted such measures and were successful so we can do same. Or do you think otherwise?