This aerial view captures a severely polluted stream or canal winding through a built-up area in Ilorin, Nigeria. The waterway, filled with murky, brown water, is choked with an extensive amount of solid waste and debris, creating a stark image of environmental degradation. The banks on both sides of the stream are heavily littered with diverse refuse, including plastic bags, bottles, discarded packaging, fabric remnants, and general household trash. These piles of waste extend into the water, and numerous items float on the surface, indicating indiscriminate dumping. In a closer view, a white and blue bag with visible text, including the word "MINIMUM," likely a product or feed bag, is seen floating near the bank, amidst other submerged and semi-submerged garbage. A small, dark animal, possibly a rat, is also discernible near the water's edge on a concrete slab in one section. Lush green trees and bushes grow along portions of the banks, providing a contrast to the surrounding waste, while other areas show exposed reddish-brown soil and dry, dead foliage. In the background, on the left side of the image, several buildings with various architectural styles and roofing, typical of a residential or mixed-use neighborhood, are visible. The scene appears to be set during daytime under clear skies. There is no direct human activity visible, but the sheer volume of waste signifies ongoing human impact and a significant environmental challenge.Polluted waterway choked with debris obs
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Tue, Apr 21, 2026, 08:07 AM

Ilorin, Nigeria

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This aerial view captures a severely polluted stream or canal winding through a built-up area in Ilorin, Nigeria. The waterway, filled with murky, brown water, is choked with an extensive amount of so…read more

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