eTrash2Cash, Kebbi Ministry Unite to Fight Plastic Waste, Tackle Climate Change

A youth-led social enterprise, eTrash2Cash, has initiated a partnership with the Kebbi State Ministry of Environment in a move to tackle the growing problem of plastic waste in the state.

During a visit to the ministry, Project Lead Mohammed Chiroma Hassan outlined the organization’s mission, which includes encouraging residents to exchange plastic waste for basic household items. He stated that the group, which operates from its headquarters in Kano State, has been active across Northern Nigeria.

Hassan noted that between April 2024 and April 2025, eTrash2Cash removed over 200 metric tonnes of plastic waste from Kebbi State and created more than 30 jobs through its waste collection and processing center — currently the largest of its kind in the state.

As part of its broader strategy, the group has launched a new program, Faith for Climate Change Action (F4CCA), with support from the Aspire Coronation Trust (ACT) Foundation.

According to Hassan, the initiative aims to involve religious institutions in climate advocacy by turning places of worship into plastic collection points.

The team was received by Mohammed Nasiru Musa, Acting Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, who represented the Commissioner of Environment.

Musa expressed support for the initiative, stating, “This is a welcome development, and we are ready to support you. The initiative is timely, considering that plastic waste takes over 100 years to decompose. With the rising population, the amount of waste is increasing. If this continues unchecked, it will harm agriculture, leading to food scarcity, hunger, and poverty.”

Also speaking, the Acting Director of Environment, Dantani Sarki, said, “We are happy to have you here. Feel free to reach out to us in writing, no matter how big your request is.”

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