On 30 April 2026, the Recyclers Association of Nigeria hosted a high-level conference and exhibition at the MUSON Centre themed “Smart Recycling Frontiers: Integrating Technology, Intelligence, and Innovation for a Greener Planet”.
The event brought together government representatives, private sector leaders, development partners, and sustainability experts to advance collaboration on recycling and circular economy development in Nigeria.
Representing the organisation at the conference were Amanchukwu Esomchukwu C and Ebunanatei Tonibor.
Key Highlights
Discussions focused on strengthening recycling systems through innovation, improving policy frameworks, expanding investment opportunities, and promoting inclusive participation across the value chain.
Key sessions attended included the following:
- Leveraging Smart Recycling Technologies to Generate Carbon Credits: A Pathway to Sustainable Waste Management by Adebola Odunsi
- Harnessing Emerging Technologies in Recycling: Unlocking Opportunities, Navigating Challenges, and Charting Pathways for a Sustainable Future, moderated by Esther Fagbo
- Women in Recycling – Breaking Barriers and Scaling Leadership moderated by Temitope Okunnu
- Enforcement or Engagement? Rethinking How Nigeria Tackles Single Use Plastics Pollution moderated by Taiwo Adewole
- The Role of Associations in Driving Plastic Recycling Growth by Scott Trenor
- Co-processing in Cement Production: A Scalable Solution for Nigeria’s Waste Challenge by Temitope Dosumu
The conference also created opportunities for strategic networking and engagement with industry stakeholders, including Victor Okunola, Don Franklin, and Damilola.
Outcome
The conference strengthened dialogue among stakeholders and reinforced a shared commitment toward building a more sustainable, innovative, and circular waste management system in Nigeria. It also provided valuable insights into emerging recycling technologies, sustainable financing opportunities, policy development, and partnership building within the environmental sustainability sector.
Circular Economy, The right path to tackle Environmental Degradation caused by Dumpsites , but a strong policies and implementation, by Authorities still poses great challenge.