Lagos expands community-driven circular economy efforts to Ojokoro
By Samuel Ogunsona
The Lagos State Office of Climate Change and Circular Economy (OCCE) led by Special Adviser to the Governor on Climate Change and Circular Economy,
Mrs. Titilayo Oshodi has expanded the Eco-Circulate program to the Ojokoro community.
In a press statement sent to Irohinodua on Monday, March 02, 2026, the 7th edition of the programme brought together over 500 residents in the community.
This marked a milestone in the state’s efforts to promote grassroots-driven circular economy solutions and responsible waste management practices.
Mrs. Titilayo Oshodi, Special Adviser to the Governor on Climate Change & Circular Economy, emphasized the importance of community involvement in waste management. “EcoCirculate continues to demonstrate the value of coordinated community action that strengthens local waste systems while creating meaningful opportunities around recycling and resource recovery,” she stated.
The event featured the participation of traditional leaders, including Oba Adeshoga Williams Adeyoola, the Oba of Orile Alagbado, as well as private-sector partners and residents.
The collective effort shows the strength of multi-stakeholder collaboration in advancing circular economy objectives and delivering measurable environmental impact across communities in Lagos State.
A major highlight of the Ojokoro edition was the active participation of primary school students and their teachers.
In collaboration with FABE International Foundation, students engaged in hands-on learning sessions designed to deepen their understanding of circular economy principles. Live demonstrations showcased how discarded materials, such as used tyres, can be repurposed into functional furniture.
Adefarakin Ifeoluwa, Project Lead of EcoCirculate Ojokoro, noted that the programme aims to educate communities on simple ways to sort waste, reduce pollution, and practice recycling.
“We also work with waste pickers and recyclers, supporting their livelihoods while keeping our environment clean,” she said.
Since its inception in 2024, EcoCirculate has expanded steadily across multiple local government areas in Lagos State, facilitating the collation of nearly 39 thousand tonnes of recoverable waste.
The programme has also strengthened collaboration between residents, recyclers, aggregators, and local authorities, translating awareness into tangible environmental and socio-economic benefits.
