Assessment of the Basic Sanitation Facilities in the Major Markets of Anambra State, Nigeria

Abstract

This study assessed the sanitation facilities in the major markets of Anambra State, Nigeria. The study aimed to assess the sanitation facilities in the markets. Stratified Random Sampling Technique was used to select the major markets while the field study technique was employed to collect the relevant data. The Nearest-neighbour analysis was used to assess the average mean distance of the markets. The findings of the study were that insufficient water, insufficient sanitation facilities, and poor management characterized the major markets of Anambra State. The paper concluded by stating that poor sanitation definitely will affect those with good sanitation: poor hygiene practices in one market will affect other markets. And therefore recommended that the relevant statutory agencies and other stakeholders in the state should ensure adequate provision and management of the sanitation facilities in the major markets by applying the Community-Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) Approach.