•Anita Odiete
Anita Odiete, a leader in the sustainable waste management industry, was recently recognized by the Waste Management Society Of Nigeria(WAMASON)Lagos Council at the recently held Eko Waste Summit.
This award celebrates her outstanding contributions to promoting a circular economy through her company, Atunlo.
Odiete’s impactful initiatives include:
Empowering Communities: Through Atunlo, she successfully sensitized over 4,500 households on the importance of recycling, fostering a culture of environmental responsibility
Incentivizing Action: Atunlo’s innovative programs have incentivised individuals with over N120m to collect over 670T of recyclable materials, creating a win-win situation for both the environment and local communities
Transforming Waste: Odiete champions the creation of valuable products from recycled materials, demonstrating the economic and environmental potential of a circular economy.
“Receiving this award is not just a personal honour, but a recognition of Atunlo’s collective efforts. Our goal has always been to demonstrate the economic and environmental benefits of recycling, and this award further motivates us to continue our work, ” said Anita Odiete. “A special mention goes to our COO, Ayo Ogunlowo, whose leadership in spearheading our operations has been extremely crucial to our success at Atunlo.”
Under Anita and Ayo’s leadership, Atunlo remains at the forefront of the recycling industry, advocating for a circular economy and fostering sustainable development in Nigeria. Their dedication offers a beacon of hope in the fight against climate change.