By Bamidele Adeleye
Cycling Africa has announced plans to bring together experts, policymakers, environmental advocates, recycling practitioners, businesses and other key stakeholders at the 5th Cycling Lagos Webinar to explore how Nigeria can unlock its vast recycling potential, expand recycling capacity and turn waste into economic and environmental opportunities.
The webinar, scheduled for Thursday, September 3, 2026, is part of activities leading up to the 5th edition of Cycling Lagos, which will take place on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos.
Speaking on the virtual event in Lagos, President and Chief Executive Officer of Cycling Africa, Bamidele Adeleye, said the webinar would provide a platform for experts and stakeholders to discuss practical solutions to Nigeria’s growing waste management challenges while exploring the economic opportunities within the recycling value chain.
Adeleye said the webinar will feature industry leaders and key stakeholders, including National President of the Association of Waste Managers of Nigeria (AWAMN), Dr. Olugbenga Adebola; Director, Sahara Group Foundation, Mrs. Chidilim Menakaya; and Regional Coordinator, South-West Division, Recyclers Association of Nigeria (RAN), Princess Florence Oluwafeyikemi Egbeyemi, among others.
The webinar will be moderated by former Chairman of the Brand Journalists Association of Nigeria (BJAN) and Executive Producer of Brandworld Media, Clara Okoro.
Themed “Trash to Treasure: Unlocking Recycling Capacity for a Sustainable Future,” the webinar forms part of the 2026 Cycling Lagos campaign, which focuses on promoting responsible waste management, recycling, environmental sustainability and the development of cleaner and healthier communities.
Adeleye explained that the campaign is designed to change the way Nigerians perceive waste by encouraging individuals, businesses and communities to see discarded materials not simply as refuse, but as resources with significant economic and social value.
“Nigeria generates a huge volume of waste every day, yet a significant proportion of recyclable materials remains underutilised. We believe that stronger public awareness, investment in recycling infrastructure, effective policies and greater collaboration among stakeholders can help unlock the enormous potential of the recycling sector,” Adeleye said.
“Cycling Lagos has always been about more than cycling. It is a platform for promoting healthy lifestyles, sustainable communities and positive social change. This year, through the Trash to Treasure campaign, we are using cycling to draw attention to the urgent need for better waste management and the opportunities that recycling presents for Nigeria.”
The webinar will also examine the roles of government, private-sector investors, recycling companies, manufacturers, consumers and community-based organisations in building a more effective circular economy.
Participants are expected to share ideas and practical experiences on waste collection, sorting, recycling, reuse, extended producer responsibility, job creation and opportunities for young people within the recycling ecosystem.
Interested participants can scan the QR code on the event flyer or click on https://webinar.zoho.com/meeting/register?sessionId=1090760158 to complete their registration.
The 5th Cycling Lagos will culminate in a major cycling event at the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos, on Saturday, September 12, 2026, bringing together cyclists, families, corporate organisations, government representatives, environmental advocates and members of the public.
Cycling Lagos is organised and marketed by Cycling Africa in collaboration with the Lagos State Cycling Association.
Cycling Africa is a sports marketing organisation exploring the potential of cycling to promote healthy lifestyles, sports tourism, environmental sustainability and community development across African cities. The organisation also manages the annual Cycling Kano event in collaboration with the Kano State Government.
For enquiries about sponsorship, partnership or participation, visit www.cyclinglagos.com or send an email to info@cyclinglagos.com.
