The Waste Pickers Association of Nigeria (WAPAN) is honored to participate in the Egyptian-Nigerian Business Council B2B Trade Event as part of the Nigerian delegation, alongside esteemed dignitaries including:
- The Hon. Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Yusuf Tuggar NIG Maitama
- The Hon. Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Hon. Abubakar Kyari, CON
- The Hon. Minister of Water Resources, Prof. Joseph Utsev (COREN, FNSE, FNICE, FNIWE)
Our National President, Comrade Salisu Ali Yarima, and National Organizing Secretary, Engr. Cole Gabriel, are representing WAPAN at this significant event to explore partnerships and attract investors to Nigeria’s waste management and circular economy sector, particularly in addressing single-use plastics.
Why Does This Matter?
Recycling single-use plastics, one of the most prevalent and pressing issues today, is central to achieving Nigeria’s #ZeroWaste agenda. By fostering global partnerships and attracting investment in recycling technologies, we can:
✅ Increase the recycling rate of single-use plastics.
✅ Improve the income and livelihoods of waste pickers, who are vital to the recycling value chain.
✅ Provide better employment opportunities for marginalized and indigenous communities.
✅ Create a cleaner, more sustainable environment for future generations.
This event is a unique platform for WAPAN to amplify its mission of inclusivity and sustainability while championing the voices of Nigeria’s waste pickers on the global stage.
Turning Challenges into Opportunities
WAPAN’s participation in this trade event exemplifies its commitment to:
- Strengthening Nigeria’s circular economy.
- Advocating for waste pickers’ inclusion in global discussions.
- Driving transformative change in the recycling sector.
Together, we can turn challenges into opportunities and make the vision of a circular economy a reality.
Great WAPAN! Up Pickers!!