Foundation Restates Commitment To Sustainable Waste Mgt

Sahara Group Foundation, the corporate social impact arm of Sahara Group, has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable waste management, environmental protection and community empowerment.

In his address at commissioning of its 16th Sahara Go-Recycling Hub in Lekki, Lagos State, the director, Sahara Group Foundation, Chidilim Menakaya said the new hub, strategically located in Lekki, expands the foundation’s recycling footprint and builds on the success of 15 existing hubs across Lagos.

He said, “The launch of the Lekki Go-Recycling Hub goes beyond environmental responsibility; it represents a new path for innovation, economic opportunity, and community resilience. By integrating clean energy solutions like the solar-powered reverse vending machine, we are demonstrating how innovation can strengthen environmental responsibility while improving quality of life.

“This hub is a testament to what is possible when we combine commitment with action, and it sets the stage for even greater impact across the communities we serve.”

The event was attended by the executive director of Sahara Group, director, Downstream Africa, Sahara Group, Sahara Group Foundation Board Trustees, Asharami Synergy Management team, executives and representatives of Sahara Group, Asharami Synergy, Egbin Power Plc, as well as other dignitaries, traditional leaders and community members.

The executive director of Sahara Group, Moroti Adedoyin-Adeyinka remarked, “ The success of the Lekki Sahara Go-Recycling Hub is a powerful reminder that sustainable change happens when communities, technology, and purpose come together. This hub is not just collecting recyclables, it is inspiring new habits, creating economic value, and proving that cleaner, greener cities are possible when we all play our part.

“We are proud of what this hub represents and even more excited about the impact it will continue to make across Lagos and beyond.”

Representing the 2025 Sahara Group Graduate Management Trainees, Elushade Oluwatumininu stated that, “As graduate management trainees, being part of the Lekki Go-Recycling Hub project through our PSCR project has been a meaningful way to live out Sahara’s sustainability values.

“Seeing the hub’s impact from promoting recycling habits to empowering the community, reinforces how small actions can drive real change. We’re proud to be part of this initiative.”