Waste: NESREA To Unveil Digital Marketplace For Job Opportunities

BY CHIKA OKEKE, Abuja

In line with the implementation of Circular Economy in Nigeria, the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) has concluded plans to launch a digital marketplace for waste transactions.

The platform which targets at least 10,000 verified users within the first four months, is expected to create jobs for the informal sector.

Waste Marketplace Nigeria is a collaboration between NESREA and Recyclestack for the digitisation of Circular Economy in Nigeria.

Circular Economy is operationalised in Nigeria under the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Programme that extends the responsibility of a producer throughout the lifecycle of the product.

EPR is operational in sectors such as food and beverages, batteries, used tyres, and electrical electronics, with Producer Responsibility Organisations (PROs), recyclers, and collectors playing key roles along the value chain.

The Director General of NESREA, Prof. Innocent Barikor said that waste marketplace Nigeria provides a transformative opportunity to digitise Nigeria’s waste economy while enabling regulation, accountability and economic empowerment.

He disclosed that waste marketplace Nigeria is consistent with NESREA's ambitious plans in addressing environmental problems through innovative solutions and partnerships.

Through waste marketplace Nigeria platform, NESREA plans to enhance digital inclusion, boost material recovery, reduce illegal dumping and increase recycling of waste materials.

Bakori noted that the joint initiative between NESREA and Recyclestack is well positioned to formalise the sector, create inclusive green jobs, drive investments and ensure environmental compliance.

He stated that it is also in line with National Development Goals (NDGs) and will serve as a model for other African countries.

News Rider reports that the project is expected to kick off in Lagos and Abuja, with subsequent roll out in major cities across the country.

The platform will provide accurate data on waste management, strengthen compliance and enforcement of environmental standards.

This was contained in a statement by the Assistant Director (Press), NESREA, Mrs Nwamaka Ejiofor on Tuesday in Abuja.

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