Following the successful flag-off of our 600 Young Women Upcycling Capacity & Green Skills Training in Jigawa State, the Waste Pickers Association of Nigeria (WAPAN) officially commenced hands-on sessions on March 10th and 11th at our Dutse and Kazaure hubs.…
Celebrating International Women’s Day with 600 Young Women in Jigawa On International Women’s Day 2025, the Waste Pickers Association of Nigeria (WAPAN) proudly flagged off a transformative training program for 600 young women in Jigawa State. This initiative focuses on…
By Comrade Salisu Ali Yarima, President, Waste Pickers Association of Nigeria (WAPAN) On March 1, 1992, in Colombia, eleven waste pickers were brutally murdered — a tragedy that ignited a global movement for justice, recognition, and dignity for those who…
At the Waste Pickers Association of Nigeria (WAPAN), our mission goes beyond waste collection — we are transforming waste management into viable economic opportunities that uplift communities, empower small businesses, and protect our environment. Our recent WAPAN–SFC Capacity Building Project…
We are delighted to announce that the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) has officially recognized the Waste Pickers Association of Nigeria (WAPAN) as the umbrella body for waste pickers operating within the council. This remarkable achievement underscores the relentless commitment…
During his speech at the Egyptian-Nigerian Business Council B2B Trade Event, WAPAN National President, Comrade Salisu Ali Yarima, shed light on the alarming volume of unrecycled single-use plastics prevalent across Nigeria’s landfills. He emphasized the untapped potential of these materials,…
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: Our National President, Comrade Salisu Ali Yarima, and National Organizing Secretary,…
As we step into a new year filled with hope and opportunities, the Waste Pickers Association of Nigeria (WAPAN) extends its heartfelt gratitude to all our incredible stakeholders, partners, and supporters who have stood by us on our journey to…
The Waste Pickers Association of Nigeria (WAPAN) has extended its commendation to the Nigerian Police Command and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Barr Nyesom Wike, for their decisive action in tackling the alarming issue of manhole cover thefts in…
As we celebrate this season of love, joy, and giving, the Waste Pickers Association of Nigeria (WAPAN) extends our heartfelt gratitude to all our partners, supporters, and communities who have stood with us throughout the year. Your unwavering support has…