Federal Ministry Of Envt, PBEII Ltd To Hold Workshop On Turning Plastic Into Fuel In Abuja Oct 28

The Federal Ministry of Environment in strategic partnership with Premium Blue Economy Innovation and Investment Ltd, will highlight Nigeria’s entry into innovative waste-to-energy technology with the
first-ever technical demonstration of plastic-to-Ultra Low Sulphur Diesel (ULSD) conversion in the country.

A statement made available to Team@orientactualmags.com on Wednesday noted that the landmark event which is scheduled to hold on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at the Conference Hall of the Ministry of Environment, Green Building, Aguiyi Ironsi Street, Maitama, Abuja, represents a
significant milestone in the country’s clean energy transition and circular economy development.

The statement added that the one-day technical workshop will bring together key stakeholders including government agencies, industry leaders, financial institutions, and environmental experts to explore partnership opportunities and develop national scale-up strategies for the innovative technology.

Mr. Olushola Gegele, who is the CEO of Premium Blue Economy Innovation and Investment Limited, emphasized that the transforming waste into wealth initiative aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda noting that ‘The plastic-to-diesel project represents a new frontier in sustainable development — where waste becomes wealth, innovation drives clean energy, and environmental stewardship fuels economic empowerment’.

‘The demonstration will display advanced pyrolysis and refining technologies capable of converting plastic waste into clean, ultra-low sulphur diesel suitable for industrial operations, marine engines, and
backup generators.

The initiative promises comprehensive benefits across environmental, economic, and social dimensions, embracing a technology capable of reducing plastic accumulation in landfills and waterways while cutting methane and toxin emissions and addressing Nigeria’s growing plastic pollution challenge.
By producing low-emission diesel alternatives, the project supports Nigeria’s clean fuel policies and reduces dependency on imported petroleum products.

The initiative will also create sustainable income streams through waste collection, sorting, and processing networks, particularly benefiting local communities.

Besides, the project is designed to engage the young people and entrepreneurs in
recycling, technology operations, and coordination under a sustainable business framework.

The clean diesel will supply heavy industries including cement, steel,
mining, and marine transport sectors, helping reduce their carbon footprint’ he added.

Gegele also described the collaboration as ‘establishing a national blueprint for regenerative industrialization’ explaining that: ‘Our goal is to help Nigeria transit from waste management to resource
management’ while also noting that ‘Every bottle, bag, and plastic residue is potential fuel, income, and innovation waiting to happen’.

‘The demonstration marks the beginning of plans to establish modular plastic-to-diesel hubs across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones, providing localized energy security and inspiring a new generation of green entrepreneurs.

The initiative strengthens Nigeria’s Extended Producer Responsibility framework and is expected to attract green financing for waste-to-energy enterprises, positioning the country as a leader in sustainable industrial innovation in West Africa.

The Federal Ministry of Environment extends an open invitation to public and private institutions, investors, researchers, and policy experts to attend the technical session and explore collaboration
opportunities for nationwide scaling of this innovation.

This pioneering initiative represents Nigeria’s commitment to environmental sustainability, clean energy transition, and innovation-driven development under the Renewed Hope Agenda, setting a
precedent for other African nations to follow’ the statement added-Team@orientactualmags.com  Do you have any information you wish to share with us? Do you want us to cover your event or programme? Kindly send SMS to 08035023079, 08059100286, 09094171980 or get in touch via orientactualmag@gmail.com.  Thank you