Waste Management in Cassava Processing Mill Industry in Kwale, Niger Delta, Nigeria

Peter M. Eguvbe, Salem Azagbaesuweli, Joy O. Obielumani and Edith A. Enemose
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Peter M. Eguvbe: Department of Environmental Science and Resource Management, National Open University of Nigeria, 14-16 Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria (Emevor Community Study Centre).
Salem Azagbaesuweli: Department of Environmental Science and Resource Management, National Open University of Nigeria, 14-16 Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria (Emevor Community Study Centre).
Joy O. Obielumani: Department of Chemistry, Federal College of Education (Technical), Asaba, Delta State, Nigeria
Edith A. Enemose: Department of Chemistry, Nigeria Maritime University, Okerenkoko

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science, 2021, vol. 6, issue 6, 01-05

Abstract: Background and Objective: Kwale is one of the major cities in the Niger Delta Nigeria, that is a major producer and processor of cassava. This study investigated the waste management practice that is adopted by cassava processors in kwale in the Niger Delta, Nigeria. Materials and Methods: The six quarters dominant in processing cassava were selected for the study. The survey involved the application of a well structured questionnaire which was administered to cassava processors of the selected quarters, which includes 30 male and 30 female respondents. The frequency distribution tables/percentages and descriptive statistical method was used for data analysis. Results: Results from the analysis revealed that the major products of cassava are Garri (50%) and Fufu (50%). It also revealed that cassava peels, cassava sieveates, cassava wastewater and starch content constitute 100% of the wastes produced and the different disposal methods adopted by cassava processors. Results showed that 100% of the respondents are aware of the negative impact of cassava waste on the environment. Conclusion: The findings also showed that the cassava wastes generated can be converted to secondary beneficiary products. The study therefore recommends proper management of cassava wastes.

Date: 2021
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