Resident's Perception of Late Evening Air Pollution in Geidam Town Yobe State, Nigeria

Abstract

Air pollution being one of the most acute problems in developing countries especially their cities is one of the most important constituents of man '.v environment. An average human being requires about 12 kg of air each day, which is nearly 12 to 15 times greater than the amount of food consumed. Clean and pure air is very essential for human health and survival. One hundred and twenty (120) respondents were used for the study; data were collected with structured questionnaire and through interview scheduled. The study employs an outcome mapping evaluation approach in order to assess the different dimensions of changes in mindsets, contexts, altitudes, and perception that motivate interaction relationship and behavior. Descriptive research design method was used for the study. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistical tools such as percentage computation, frequency distribution table, bar chart, and pie chart. The finding established that; Majority of the population of Geidam are aware about the scenario of air pollution in their environment, change in atmospheric condition mostly occur during the early morning hours and late evening hours with a decline during the day hours, the increase in the morning and evening hours occur due to high rate of utilization of carbon energy emission in the morning and evening. The research recommends that reduce emission strategies can help in curtailing the impact of air pollution in Geidam. Reduce emission can be implement when an alternate source of energy emission is provided. The government should provide an alternate source of energy with less emission such as solar energy and electric energy which will further replace the coal and carbon energy sources. Sensitization and awareness campaign on the effect of air pollution can serve as vital tool in controlling the impact of air pollution in the environment. The government and institutional bodies should sensitize the general public on activities that reduce the emission of air pollution in the community