In an urgent call to address the growing plastic pollution crisis, Dr. Andrews Agyekumhene, a lecturer at theDepartment of Marine & Fisheries Sciences, University of Ghana, has highlighted the alarming shift of plastic waste from a mere nuisance to an environmental catastrophe. Speaking as part of the UNIMAC Plastic Purge Campaign, he emphasized the dire consequences of unchecked plastic waste on marine biodiversity, human health, and ecosystems.
The campaign, championed by the Faculty of Public Relations, Advertising, and Marketing (FOPAM) at UniMAC, is rallying public and policy-driven action under the banner #BanSingleUsePlasticsGH. This initiative aims to spark conversations and drive change towards reducing single-use plastics in Ghana.
Dr. Agyekumhene’s statement underscores the pressing need for stringent policies and sustainable alternatives to curb the escalating threat of plastic pollution. With Ghana’s coastal and marine life facing unprecedented risks, the call to ban single-use plastics gains greater urgency.
The UNIMAC Plastic Purge campaign encourages citizens, businesses, and policymakers to unite in tackling this crisis. As awareness grows, stakeholders hope for swift legislative action and widespread adoption of eco-friendly solutions to mitigate plastic pollution’s devastating impact.
