The University of Lagos is set to host a landmark event in environmental advocacy and innovation, the Green Earth Seminar Series, which is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm at Rahamon Bello Hall, Akoka Campus, University of Lagos.
Organized by the TETFund Centre of Excellence in Biodiversity Conservation and Ecosystem Management (TCEBCEM), the Centre for Environment Human Resources Development (CENHURD), and UNILAG Green Hub, in collaboration with Lafarge, this seminar will focus on the theme:
“Sustainable Climate Action in Nigeria through Waste De-carbonization and Co-Processing Technology.”
The seminar will bring together top-level academics, industry leaders, and environmental experts, including:
- Keynote Speaker: Prof. Babajide Alo, Emeritus Professor of Chemistry, UNILAG.
- Speaker: Mrs. Amaka Onyemelukwe, Senior Director at The Coca-Cola Company.
- Speaker: Mr. Daniel Adedokun, Head of Geocycle, Lafarge Africa Plc.
- Speaker: Mr. Wasiu Abolaji Balogun, MD/CEO, Polymart Groups.
Special appearances and hosts include:
- Chief Host: Prof. Folasade Ogunsola, OON, FAS, Vice Chancellor, University of Lagos.
- Host: Prof. Bola Oboh, Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic and Research).
- Host: Prof. Olwatoyin Ogundipe, FAS.
- Chairman: Mr. Lolu Alade-Akinyemi, GMD/CEO of Lafarge Africa Plc.
- Co-Chair: Mr. Michel Deelen, Consul-General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Lagos.
This seminar promises to be a strategic dialogue on environmental sustainability, technological innovation, and actionable climate solutions tailored to Nigeria’s unique challenges.
All members of the university community are invited to attend and be part of this transformative conversation for a greener future.
