Aliyu unveils Cash 4 Trash recycling hub in Abuja

FCT Minister of State, Dr. Ramatu Tijjani Aliyu, has unveiled Cash 4 Trash recycling hub in Nyanya area of the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) as part of measures to control indiscriminate waste disposal in the territory. While unveiling the project, the minister noted that the aim of the scheme was to promote healthy environment […]

FCT Minister of State, Dr. Ramatu Tijjani Aliyu, has unveiled Cash 4 Trash recycling hub in Nyanya area of the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) as part of measures to control indiscriminate waste disposal in the territory.

While unveiling the project, the minister noted that the aim of the scheme was to promote healthy environment and erosion control, stressing that blocking the drainage with refuse had contributed to flooding in some parts of the territory.

The minister commended WASTE Africa and the FCT Satellite Towns Development Department (STDD) for the laudable initiative.

“This scheme will go a long way in controlling blockages on our streets and drainages by ensuring that wastes are exchanged for cash. Trash to wealth will also empower our youths to earn legitimate income.

“The scheme will empower the youths and at the same time clean the environment. This is an igneous way of getting money through trash. So, I want to congratulate Nyanya women and youths and also call on them to ensure that they use this scheme judiciously by picking up some litters that can be exchanged for wealth,” Austine Elemue, the minister’s media aide quoted her as saying.

The Convener of WASTE Africa, Ms. Funto Boroffice, noted that Abuja lacks recycling plant, hence the need to introduce it in the nation’s capital like most cities in the country.