The Role of Libraries and Information Agencies in Sustaining the Imo State Government Environmental Protection Programme.

Abstract

The indiscriminate and improper management of solid wastes in Nigeria is a serious envirosocial
problem. This paper examines the efforts made by the Nigerian government towards inculcating environmental friendly and hygienic culture in the citizenry. In particular, the paper focuses on the Imo State "Clean and Green Initiative" (CGI) aimed at addressing the environmental problems in the state. The role of libraries, information agencies and NGOs in sustaining the vision is also discussed. The paper concludes that environmental education, access to information, systematic and aggressive public enlightenment would ensure effective participation of the people in the Clean and Green Initiative.