The Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun has announced its administration achievement of the establishment of a $5 million battery recycling plant by a British company.
This he disclosed in a statement on Wednesday, following a visit from the British High Commissioner, Richard Montgomery, to the state capital, Abeokuta.
Abiodun stated that the British High Commissioner confirmed the new development during their meeting, adding that the UK is also interested in expanding investments in sectors such as health, education, agriculture, and others.
In his statement he explained that, the battery plant will recycle e-waste, convert battery cells back into chemical form, and export the minerals for new battery production.
Hear him, “We are pleased to announce the establishment of a $5 million British battery recycling company in @OGSG_Official,marking the first of its kind in Africa. This development was confirmed by the @UKinNigeria High Commissioner, Mr. Richard Montgomery, during a visit to my office at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta.
“This initiative, in collaboration with Ogun Invest and the Bureau of Lands, will bring cutting-edge technology and new job opportunities to our state, positioning
Ogun as a leader in battery recycling across Africa.
“The plant will recycle e-waste, converting battery cells back into chemical form and exporting the minerals for new battery production,” Abiodun said.
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