The Recyclers Association of Nigeria (RAN) has inaugurated a new executive committee to manage its affairs for the next two years. The executive emerged following the election has Rita Idehai as President with a commitment to sustain plastic free society.
Other members elected are Harold Okonobi, Deputy President; Victor Okunola, General Secretary; Princess Feyikemi Egbeyemi, Assistant Secretary General; and Olawale Olanihun, Financial Secretary. Others are Oluwatobi Adebayo-Williams, Provost; Idu Okeahialam, Public & Social Relations Officer; Hadiza Nasiru, North East Regional Coordinator; Chioma Ukonu, South East Regional Coordinator and Babatunde Adebayo, South West Regional Coordinator.
Speaking during the inauguration on Sunday, September 10, 2023, the new National President, Idehai pledged to sustain the ideals of the Association and reinforce the efforts of the past executives. She said: “We appreciate your leadership throughout the founding years of the Association and we do not take it for granted.
With the baton having passed to us, we promise to drive the Association to forward and enable inclusive growth for all. We know that it’s a giant feat, and we will be coming to you every now and then for advice and guidance,” she declared
On her part, Public & Social Relations Officer, Okeahialam said the conduct of its members would be driven by global best practice, promote and sustain a plastic free society and uphold ethical conduct for its members going forward.
The Association was inaugurated on November 3, 2018 following its incorporation by the Corporate Affairs Commission on the 17th May 2018. It seeks to increase the awareness of proper waste management, waste recycling within the community and also strengthen cooperation within its members in the promotion of a circular economy.
