Delivered in partnership with the Nasarawa State Waste Management Authority (NASWAMSA), the hub marks a significant step in scaling practical, community-driven sustainability solutions across the country.

The Sahara Go Recycling Initiative converts waste management into opportunity, helping divert recyclables from landfills, improve environmental awareness, and create income pathways for households.

The Masaka hub deepens that impact while reflecting the Sahara Beyond XXX vision of building sustainable ecosystems that deliver long-term value for people, communities, and the planet.Director, Sahara Group Foundation, Chidilim Menakaya, said the launch underscores the Foundation’s focus on scalable solutions that combine environmental stewardship with community empowerment.

“Masaka represents an important next step in expanding access to sustainable waste management across Nigeria,” she said.“Through the Sahara Go Recycling, we are showing how collaboration can unlock cleaner communities, stronger livelihoods, and shared prosperity. This is the kind of practical, inclusive impact that Sahara Beyond XXX stands for, creating sustainable value at scale through EXTRApreneurship.”

The landmark commissioning ceremony was attended by representatives of Sahara Group and Sahara Group Foundation, leadership from the Nasarawa State Waste Management Authority (NASWAMSA), local council representatives, community leaders, partners, volunteers, and residents, highlighting strong stakeholder collaboration and community support for the initiative.

Speaking at the event, Mr. Ishaku Ibrahim, Director of Waste Management, Nasarawa State Waste Management Authority (NASWAMSA), described the initiative as a timely partnership that strengthens responsible waste management while opening socio-economic opportunities for residents.“

This hub brings a practical solution to waste challenges in Masaka and surrounding communities,” he said.

“Beyond improving environmental outcomes, it creates a pathway for residents to participate in a cleaner future while deriving economic value from recyclable materials. We are proud to partner Sahara Group Foundation on this important step for Nasarawa State.”

Menakaya added that Sahara Go Recycling continues to demonstrate how collective action can build cleaner, more resilient communities through innovation, collaboration, and local participation.

Since launch, Sahara Go Recycling has delivered measurable social, economic, and environmental impact.

The initiative has supported the recycling of more than 1,000 tonnes of materials and directly and indirectly impacted over 2,000 livelihoods across collection, sorting, logistics, and community enterprise value chains.

By turning waste into opportunity, the programme is helping reshape attitudes to recycling while advancing more sustainable lifestyles in underserved communities.

Sahara Group Foundation expand Sahara Go Recycling across Nigeria, reinforcing the Foundation’s mission of building sustainable communities through EXTRApreneurship.

More details about Sahara Go Recycling Initiative and other Sahara Group Foundation programmes can be found here.

The social impact vehicle of global energy and infrastructure conglomerate Sahara Group, said the hubs are part of push towards expanding community access to sustainable waste management solutions.

The Sahara Go Recycling Initiative promotes responsible waste management by diverting recyclable waste from landfills, improving resource recovery, and creating income opportunities for households through structured waste-to-wealth solutions.

The commissioning of the two hubs in a single day marks another milestone in the Foundation’s drive to advance environmental sustainability while empowering communities through inclusive development initiatives.

Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Chidilim Menakaya, director, Sahara Group Foundation,  described the launch as a reflection of the Foundation’s continued investment in practical, community-focused solutions that deliver long-term environmental and socio-economic impact.

“The commissioning of these Sahara Go Recycling Hubs in Ojodu reflects our commitment to creating sustainable ecosystems that empower communities,” she said. “By bringing structured recycling solutions closer to residents, we are not only promoting environmental responsibility but also creating opportunities for households to derive economic value from recycling activities. Beyond waste management, this initiative demonstrates how collaborative action can unlock livelihoods, strengthen local resilience, and contribute to building sustainable societies through EXTRApreneurship.”

The commissioning ceremony was attended by representatives of Sahara Group and Sahara Group Foundation, officials of Ojodu LCDA, community leaders, partners, volunteers, and residents, highlighting strong stakeholder collaboration and community support for the initiative.

Speaking during the event, Olaide Bello, chief of Staff, representing David Olusegun Odunmbaku, the executive chairman of Ojodu LCDA, commended Sahara Group Foundation for its continued investment in environmental sustainability initiatives and underscored the importance of collaborative action in addressing waste management challenges within rapidly growing urban communities.

“This Recycling Hub is both timely and impactful for the people of Ojodu LCDA, particularly because of its strategic location within the community,” he said. “The initiative aligns strongly with our sustainability and development priorities by transforming waste into valuable resources, reducing environmental impact, supporting climate action, and creating livelihood opportunities for residents. It represents a practical model for how communities can drive environmental responsibility while advancing inclusive economic growth.”

Reiterating the Foundation’s broader sustainability vision, Menakaya noted that the Sahara Go Recycling Initiative continues to demonstrate the transformative power of collective action in building cleaner, more resilient communities.

“Through collaboration, innovation, and community participation, we are driving long-term environmental impact while improving livelihoods and strengthening community ownership of sustainable practices,” she added.

Since its launch, the Sahara Go Recycling Initiative has delivered measurable social, economic, and environmental impact across Lagos, driving increased community participation in recycling, strengthening environmental awareness, and supporting household empowerment.

To date, the initiative has facilitated the recycling of over 1000 tonnes of recyclable materials while directly and indirectly impacting more than 2000 livelihoods through collection, sorting, logistics, and community-based enterprise opportunities.

Through strategic partnerships and sustained community engagement, Sahara Go Recycling is helping to transform waste into economic value, reshape public perceptions around recycling, and promote more sustainable lifestyles across underserved communities.

Sahara Group Foundation said it will continue to expand the Sahara Go Recycling Initiative across Lagos and beyond, in line with its mission of building sustainable communities through EXTRApreneurship.