Sahara Group Foundation Extends Recycling Solutions To Northern Nigeria

The Sahara Group Foundation has commissioned a new Sahara Go Recycling Hub in Masaka, Nasarawa State, expanding structured recycling access to Northern Nigeria in partnership with the Nasarawa State Waste Management Authority (NASWAMSA).

The initiative is designed to convert waste management into economic opportunity by diverting recyclables from landfills, improving environmental awareness, and creating income pathways for households within local communities.

According to the Foundation, the new hub represents a major step in scaling community-driven sustainability solutions that combine environmental protection with economic empowerment.

Director of the Sahara Group Foundation, Chidilim Menakaya, said the Masaka hub reflects the organisation’s commitment to scalable and inclusive impact.

She noted that the project is part of efforts to expand access to sustainable waste management systems across Nigeria while promoting collaboration that strengthens livelihoods and builds cleaner communities.

Menakaya added that the initiative demonstrates how structured recycling programmes can generate shared prosperity while addressing environmental challenges at the grassroots level.

The Sahara Go Recycling programme is part of the Foundation’s broader sustainability drive, which focuses on transforming waste into value through structured collection systems and community participation.

The Masaka hub is expected to deepen environmental awareness in Nasarawa State while encouraging residents to actively participate in recycling activities that support both economic and ecological benefits.

The commissioning ceremony brought together representatives of Sahara Group and its Foundation, officials of NASWAMSA, local government representatives, community leaders, partners, volunteers, and residents of Masaka.

Stakeholders at the event highlighted the importance of collaboration between private sector actors and government agencies in addressing waste management challenges in Nigeria.

The Foundation reaffirmed its commitment to expanding similar recycling hubs across other regions, stressing that sustainable development requires long-term investment in community-based solutions.

Officials also emphasized that the project aligns with broader environmental goals aimed at reducing landfill waste and promoting circular economy practices in Nigeria.