FG Introduces ELV Recycling Regulation to Boost Economy and Sustainability
In a bold move to transform the Nigerian automotive sector, the federal government through National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) officially launched the Approved End-of-Life Vehicle (ELV) Recycling and Regulation.
The initiative, which was launched in Lagos, marks a major milestone in Nigeria’s pursuit of a sustainable and environmentally responsible automotive industry, and address the growing challenges posed by the increasing number of end-of-life vehicles on the nation’s roads.
Minister of State for Industry, John Owan Enoh, who underscored the regulation’s importance for the nation’s industrial development and environmental stewardship.
The minister in his speech, stressed that the regulation is a crucial part of Nigeria’s broader vision to build a thriving automotive industry while protecting the environment.
“The automotive sector is vital to our economy. It provides mobility, drives growth, and fosters employment opportunities. However, as the sector expands, we are also faced with the challenge of managing end-of-life vehicles.
The regulation, developed under the leadership of NADDC Director-General Mr. Oluwemimo Joseph Osanipin, seeks to address the environmental hazards of improperly discarded vehicles while unlocking the potential of automotive waste.
Osanipin outlined how the regulation would create a sustainable economic and environmental advantage for Nigeria. “We recognise the urgent need to manage end-of-life vehicles properly,” he said.
“This regulation not only protects our environment but also creates new business opportunities, stimulates economic growth, and generates thousands of jobs across the value chain,” he added.
According to NADDC projections, the ELV regulation will directly and indirectly create approximately 40,000 jobs, contribute to the recycling of valuable raw materials, and generate significant revenue for the economy. The initiative also aims to enhance road safety by removing unsafe vehicles from the roads, which is expected to reduce accidents and improve traffic conditions across the country.
The NADDC DG also thanked the minister, for his steadfast support and praised all stakeholders involved in making the regulation a reality.
He called for continued collaboration to ensure the success of the ELV regulation, emphasising that the automotive industry’s transformation must be driven by unity and collective effort.
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