ACHIEVING SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOAL ONE THROUGH ARTISANAL SMALL-SCALE MINING IN JOS, PLATEAU STATE, NIGERIA
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Artisanal Small-Scale mining (ASM) contributions to achieving sustainable development goal (SDG) are under-acknowledged and are often criticized for its environmental and health impacts, this study aimed at revealing its contributions to achieving SDG one (poverty reduction) through assessing its socio-economic impact and level of awareness on environment impacts of ASM in Jos Plateau Nigeria. The study utilized data from questionnaires administered to 119 randomly selected respondents in the study area. Frequencies and percentages were used to summarize the data. The result reveals a complex interplay between livelihood, expenditure patterns, and environmental impacts of ASM where most respondents engaged in ASM for 11-15 years as their primary source of livelihood. Miners' earnings are subject to the quantity of minerals extracted and earned between N1,000-N5,000 daily. Income is allocated to essential needs (food, health, and education). The low saving rate illustrates miners' engagement is for basic living needs. A high awareness of the environmental impact of ASM was recorded for soil and vegetation and varied for air pollution, and water resources, while awareness of health impacts was less pronounced. The study reveals a complex interplay between livelihood, expenditure patterns, environmental impacts, and the potential of ASM to achieve SDG one. ASM should be conducted sustainably, guided by international best practices. This approach should include continuous community awareness and training, and promoting environmental sustainability. Additionally, the conservation of ponds and dams for domestic and irrigation water supply, and reclamation of dry ponds were recommended.
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