By Seun Ibiyemi
The Sahara Group Foundation has commissioned two additional Sahara Go Recycling Hubs in Ojodu Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Lagos State, as part of efforts to expand access to sustainable waste management solutions and promote environmental sustainability within communities.
The newly launched facilities represent the 18th and 19th recycling hubs established under the Sahara Go Recycling Initiative, a programme designed to encourage responsible waste management through recycling, resource recovery, and waste-to-wealth opportunities for households.
Speaking during the commissioning ceremony, Director of Sahara Group Foundation, Chidilim Menakaya, said the initiative reflects the Foundation’s commitment to delivering practical and community-driven solutions capable of creating long-term environmental and socio-economic impact.
L-R :Sanitarian Muyiwa Awe – environment department, Olaide Bello – chief of Staff, Pastor Segun Fayemi- CDC Chairman, Chidilim Menakaya- Director Sahara Group Foundation, Chief of Staff Ojodu LCDA- Honourable Olaide Bello, Aare Borikini of aguda- Titiloye Ojo, Adebimpe Akintola- CSR, brands and events Manager, Ikeja Electric
According to her, the initiative is helping to build sustainable ecosystems that empower residents while creating opportunities for economic participation through recycling activities.
“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.”
Menakaya added that the initiative demonstrates how collaboration can support livelihoods, strengthen local resilience, and contribute to sustainable societies through EXTRApreneurship.
The event attracted representatives of Sahara Group and Sahara Group Foundation, officials of Ojodu LCDA, community leaders, volunteers, partners, and residents, highlighting broad stakeholder support for the initiative.
Representing the Executive Chairman of Ojodu LCDA, David Olusegun Odunmbaku, the Chief of Staff, Olaide Bello, described the project as timely and impactful for the community.
He noted that the recycling hubs align with the council’s sustainability and development priorities by transforming waste into useful resources, reducing environmental impact, supporting climate action, and creating livelihood opportunities for residents.
“This initiative represents a practical model for how communities can drive environmental responsibility while advancing inclusive economic growth,” Bello stated.
Menakaya further reiterated the Foundation’s commitment to strengthening sustainable practices through collaboration, innovation, and active community participation.
Since its launch, the Sahara Go Recycling Initiative has reportedly recycled over 1,000 tonnes of recyclable materials while directly and indirectly impacting more than 2,000 livelihoods through collection, sorting, logistics, and community-based enterprise opportunities.
The Foundation said it plans to continue expanding the initiative across Lagos and other parts of the country in line with its mission of building sustainable communities through EXTRApreneurship.
For more information about the initiative, visit Sahara Group Foundation.
