Abstract: Apart from natural factors, population explosion and technology (as agents of creative destruction), consumption behaviours are considered serious sources of environmental degradation in Nigerian cities. Paradoxically, not much attention has been given to the myriad antecedents of environmental despoliation despite their dangerous implications. Therefore, this paper examines the aspects of environmental degradation, drawing particular attention to the various means through which Nigerian consumers contaminate their cities. Attention is drawn to the blatant neglect of these problems and the solutions suggested on how to address them. The paper has some implications for environmental management, public policy and consumer research.
