CHEMICAL CONTAMINATION ON BIODIVERSITY IN NIGERIA: NEED FOR EFFECTIVE FRAMEWORK ON CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT

Abstract

Chemical pollution emerges as a significant and urgent threat to environmental biodiversity. Its potential ramifications include habitat degradation, wildlife endangerment, accumulation of toxins within the food chain, disruptions to ecosystems, genetic mutations, alterations in reproductive patterns, and et-cetera. The paper underscores the importance of effectively addressing chemical pollution, emphasizing the imperative for coordinated efforts in Nigeria. The paper argues for an in-depth examination of the international and national frameworks for biodiversity conservation in Nigeria. The author maintains that such an analysis portends the ability to shed light on the existing mechanisms capable of mitigating the adverse impacts of chemical pollution as well as evaluate the effectiveness of these frameworks in addressing the intricate challenges posed by environmental degradation and the hurdles that impede successful environmental conservation initiatives, inclusive of the obstacles faced by policymakers, environmentalists, and stakeholders. The author concludes by identifying the challenges such as regulatory gaps, resource limitations, and the need for enhanced cross-sectorial collaboration. The paper therefore recommended pragmatic and actionable strategies to overcome the identified challenges and strengthen environmental conservation efforts in the face of chemical pollution.