The Association of Waste Managers of Nigeria (AWAMN) is hosting its 2025 International Conference, Exhibition, Awards, and Gala Night, with a focus on “Redefining Integrated Waste Management in Nigeria Through Circular Economy.” The conference aims to bring together stakeholders to discuss the importance of a circular economy in waste management and its potential to drive sustainability, job creation, and economic growth. The event is not just a gathering, but a reflection of AWAMN’s commitment to capacity development and empowering waste managers and the waste sector as a whole. The National President, Olugbenga Adebola, emphasized the need for a circular economy, which is not limited to waste management, but a whole process that involves designing, producing, and consuming products in a way that is restorative and regenerative by design. He stressed that Nigeria needs to move from a linear economy to a full circular economy, where waste is no longer waste, but a resource that can be reintegrated into production cycles, creating jobs, stimulating innovation, and driving sustainable economic growth. The conference is expected to provide opportunities for waste managers to access green funding, learn about cutting-edge waste management technologies, build relationships with international experts, and enhance collaboration between government, private sector, and communities.
Engaging stakeholders is key to promoting a circular economy and driving sustainable waste management practices for a greener future, says Environews.
