Deborah Adediran is Reimagining Waste and Designing the Future of African Fashion.

Deborah Adediran is the founder of DIYA Collections, a Nigerian-based sustainable fashion brand turning post-consumer plastic waste into tech-enabled, functional bags. With a background in biomedical engineering, Deborah brings a research-driven approach to eco-fashion embedding NFC technology into her designs to enhance traceability, transparency, and consumer engagement. Driven by a personal experience with flooding linked […]

“Sustainability Is a Shared Mandate” – Ogunbanjo’s Mission to Drive Climate Action Across Nigeria’s Private Sector.

Few leaders exemplify the evolving face of Africa’s clean energy movement quite like Ademola Ogunbanjo, President and CEO of Oando Clean Energy Limited (OCEL). With a career spanning energy, strategy, and advisory services, Mr. Ogunbanjo has led transformative work across sectors from telecommunications and banking to oil and gas before stepping fully into Nigeria’s renewable […]

Exploring the Intertwining of Sustainable Fashion and the Circular Economy with Adedoyin Sonubi

Fashion today is more than just trends, it’s about impact. As sustainability takes center stage, the fashion industry is shifting toward circularity, where waste is minimized, and resources are reused. This movement is shaped by various advocates and innovators, including Adedoyin Sonubi, whose work bridges creativity with environmental responsibility. In this discussion, we explore the […]

FABE International Foundation Sets the Standard in Environmental Advocacy and Education

Environmental education and advocacy require bold leadership and innovative action, and FABE International Foundation is at the forefront of driving real change in these areas. Under the visionary leadership of Temitope Okunnu, a passionate environmental advocate, the foundation has become a powerful force for change, transforming waste management practices, empowering communities, and shaping a future […]

How Banks Can Drive Climate Action through Sustainable Investment 

As climate change continues to threaten global economies, banks are under increasing pressure to align with sustainability standards. Financial institutions have a critical role in driving climate action by financing green projects and adopting sustainable investment practices. By embracing green finance, banks can support climate-resilient projects, align with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, and […]

OCCE Launch Yuletide Campaigns, #LetOurLagosBreathe.

Lagos, January 7th, 2024.  The Office of Climate Change and Circular Economy (OCCE) has unveiled its impactful Yuletide campaign, #LetOurLagosBreathe, aimed at promoting sustainable waste management and environmental responsibility during the festive season.    The campaign is a response to the increase in waste pollution that typically accompanies the celebrations of Detty December. It seeks to […]

OCCE Partners with WETI in Another Waste-to-Value Initiative.

Lagos, November 12, 2024. As part of its ongoing plans to integrate a sense of waste to value in Lagosians, the Lagos State Office of Climate Change and Circular Economy (OCCE), has partnered with Women in Export Trade and Investment (WETI) to demonstrate the transformative potential of recycling during a landmark community engagement event in […]

FBRA: Championing Collaboration and Innovation in Nigeria’s Circular Economy

In the world of waste management, the Food and Beverage Recycling Alliance (FBRA) is at the forefront of Nigeria’s circular economy. Led by Executive Director Agharese Lucia Onaghise, FBRA has grown from a coalition into a key driver of change, championing extended producer responsibility and collaboration among food, beverage, and tobacco companies. This interview highlights […]