‘Truly junk’: E-waste from rich nations floods local markets in Nigeria

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Kano, Nigeria – On a bustling day in northern Nigeria, Marian Shammah made her way to the Sabon Gari Market, one of the largest electronics hubs in Kano state. The 34-year-old cleaner was in need of a refrigerator, but with rising costs and a meagre income, she saw the second-hand appliances sold at the market as a lifeline. Recommended Stories list of 3 items list 1 of 3UK to roll out red carpet for Nigeria in first state visit since 1989 list 2 of 3Nigeria: ‘Renewed Hope’ or ‘Hopelessness’? | Mehdi Hasan and Daniel Bwala list 3 of 3Iran, Nigeria,…

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