5. Conclusion
The study examined the attitudes and behaviour and practice concerning solid waste management (SWM) among first year students. The respondents’ show high level of behaviour and practice that they engage in waste management. This is because they value cleanliness and want to mitigate the possible disease occurrences. However, it is apparent that there is the necessity to develop student’s attitudes and willingness to reduce problems related to SWM. To achieve this, we suggest that a carefully thought-out waste education and awareness strategy should be developed in order to change students’ habits and behaviour and traditions. We also propose that waste management education must begin with school children.