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Are you aware of the hidden dangers lurking in our waterways? Indiscriminate waste disposal is more than just an eyesore; it's a serious threat to lives and the economy.

Marine debris from improper waste disposal poses a significant risk, causing numerous boat mishaps. With millions relying on waterways for transportation daily across various states, the impact is far-reaching.

When trash pollutes our waters, it directly impedes safe travel and tragically leads to preventable accidents. Think twice before you toss that waste – your actions have a ripple effect on countless lives.

#WaterwaySafety #StopMarinePollution #WasteDisposal

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00:00There are activities we indulge in that poses danger not only to lies but to the economy.
00:05And one of these is indiscriminate disposal of waste.
00:09And when we dispose this waste, it ends up on the waterway as marine detours.
00:14We know marine detours are one of the causes of both mishap.
00:17And according to the Lagos State Waterways Authority, about 2 million people are transported via the waterways.
00:23We have 28 states which are linked to waterways.
00:25And people depend on waterways transportation to move around.
00:29If the Lagos State has 2 million people moving via the waterways monthly, now imagine the numbers in other states.
00:36When this waste gets into the waters, it affects both movements.
00:39And the next thing is both mishap.
00:41Many people don't survive from this both mishap.
00:43And when next you are disposing of that waste indiscriminately, think, how am I contributing to the lives of people
00:51passing on the waterways?
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