What if the biggest cost burden in your manufacturing process the waste was actually your greatest untapped resource? What if, instead of spending millions on waste disposal and raw materials, you could turn that waste into a new revenue stream? The traditional linear economy of “take, make, dispose” has left many manufacturers vulnerable to rising […]
Lagos, March 4, 2025 Lagos State, through the Office of Climate Change and Circular Economy (OCCE), is taking the lead in the implementation of the 80 Million Clean Cookstove Project, in partnership with GreenPlinth Africa, the organization funding and facilitating the initiative. As part of this rollout, OCCE is distributing six million clean cookstoves across […]
Access to cooking gas is essential, yet many households and businesses still face delays, shortages, and inefficiencies with traditional supply methods. As industries evolve with technology, the energy sector is embracing smarter, more sustainable solutions to improve accessibility and reduce environmental impact. At the forefront of this transformation is Maria Ugorji, a digital solutions expert […]
Lagos, January 5th, 2025. The Lagos State Government has commended Seven-Up Bottling Company (SBC) for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, urging other corporate organizations to adopt similar circular economy practices that contribute to Lagos’ Net Zero ambition by 2050. Speaking at SBC’s 2024 Sustainability Week, Mrs. Titilayo Oshodi, Special Adviser to the […]
Lagos, February 2nd, 2025. The Lagos State Government has commended the Coca-Cola System, comprising Coca-Cola Nigeria and its bottling partner, Nigerian Bottling Company Limited (NBC), for taking a bold step in advancing environmental sustainability and circular economy innovation with the launch of Nigeria’s first Mega PET Aggregation Hub. Speaking at the launch event on behalf […]
Lagos, January 17th 2025. Lagos State is setting the pace for Africa’s transition to a circular and green economy, offering significant opportunities for investors, businesses, and entrepreneurs. This was the key message delivered by Mrs. Titilayo Oshodi, Special Adviser to the Governor on Climate Change and Circular Economy, at the GAIA Africa Digital Workshop on […]
Tamunoibim Jaja, a graduate of the University of Port Harcourt, developed a passion for recycling after a life-changing encounter with CNN in 2017. He was inspired by Ryan Hickman, a young environmental activist whose recycling efforts and recognition through the Young Wonder Award left a lasting impression on him. Despite being an undergraduate with limited […]
Lagos, Nigeria – September 18, 2024 The Office of the Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Climate Change and Circular Economy (OCCE) took centre stage at ProPak West Africa 2024, with its unwavering commitment to driving sustainability and spearheading innovative solutions in the circular economy. Speaking during the panel session on “Plastics for […]
LAGOS, NIGERIA – September 13, 2024 The Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Climate Change and Circular Economy, Mrs. Titilayo Oshodi, delivered a compelling keynote address at the recent EKO Trashion event, organised by Plogging Nigeria. The event, which showcased innovative circular fashion, provided a platform for Mrs. Oshodi to encourage youth engagement […]
