Coca-Cola Foundation, TechnoServe Donate Trucks to Anambra State

The Coca-Cola Foundation, in collaboration with TechnoServe Nigeria, has donated trucks to privately-owned waste recycling companies, known as waste aggregators, in Anambra State.

The handover ceremony took place at the Jerome Udorji Secretariat in Awka, where it was officiated by Dr. Felix Odimegwu, the Commissioner for Environment, on behalf of Anambra State Governor Prof. Charles Soludo. Officials from both the Coca-Cola Foundation and TechnoServe were present at the event.

This donation is part of a private sector support initiative under the Nigerian Plastic Solution Activity (NPSA), which has now been rebranded as the Plastic Recycling Programme for Southern Nigeria. This initiative, launched by the Coca-Cola Foundation and TechnoServe, aims to address the critical challenge of plastic waste management in Nigeria through innovative recycling solutions.

During the handover, Dr. Odimegwu emphasized that this initiative aligns with Governor Soludo’s agenda to prioritize a circular economy in the state. He encouraged all private recycling companies in Anambra to collaborate with the state government to take advantage of opportunities like this.

He noted that this support initiative, which began last year with the donation of large industrial generators, waste washing lines, and recycling scales, has revitalized many privately-owned recycling companies. He assured that the project is enduring, with Coca-Cola Foundation continuing to provide support even after the withdrawal of USAID following the implementation of former President Donald Trump’s policies.

Dr. Odimegwu reiterated that the ultimate goal is to eliminate plastic pollution in Anambra State, contributing to a clean, green, and healthy environment where residents can live, work, and thrive.

The trucks were received by various beneficiaries, including Obicharis Multiventures, OU Cintia Resources, J Mandis Ltd, WCO Global Concept, Igwe Petrochemical, and Wastebox Services.