reparations for the 2026 ITREALMS E-Waste Dialogue have received a significant boost following endorsements from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG), strengthening efforts to promote responsible electronic waste management in Nigeria.
The annual forum, convened by ITREALMS Media Group, will hold on Thursday, November 26, 2026, at Welcome Centre Hotels, International Airport Road, Ikeja, Lagos, beginning at 9:00 a.m.
With the theme, “The ‘Fast Tech’ Threat: Strengthening EPR and Recovery Systems for Nigeria’s Small Gadget Surge,” the gathering will examine the environmental and economic consequences of the growing market for inexpensive electronic accessories with limited lifespans.
Among the products expected to feature prominently in discussions are poorly manufactured power banks, uncertified charging adapters, data cables and compact wireless accessories. Their rapid replacement cycle contributes to mounting disposal problems, exposes consumers to avoidable expenses and raises concerns about hazardous materials entering the environment.
The forum will also explore measures to improve the implementation of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), a framework that places obligations on producers to manage the environmental impact of their products beyond the point of sale.
Speaking on the significance of the support received from the two institutions, the event convener and Group Executive Editor of ITREALMS Media, Ogbuefi Remmy Nweke, described their involvement as an encouraging development in efforts to advance environmentally responsible technology practices.
Nweke noted that Nigeria’s expanding telecommunications market and increasing adoption of digital devices must be accompanied by effective arrangements for collecting, processing and recovering discarded equipment.
According to him, sustainable technological advancement requires stronger accountability throughout the lifespan of electronic products, alongside wider adoption of resource-efficient production and recycling methods.
He explained that the forthcoming conference would bring together government agencies, telecommunications companies, equipment producers, environmental specialists and circular economy stakeholders to develop practical responses to Nigeria’s growing electronic waste burden.
Discussions are expected to generate policy proposals and encourage partnerships between public institutions and private enterprises to establish accessible collection points and improve the recovery of obsolete gadgets.
The programme will feature keynote addresses, expert discussions and specialised technical sessions examining regulatory compliance, waste reduction and opportunities for recovering reusable materials from discarded electronics.
Participants will also explore joint initiatives involving accredited recycling operators to expand community collection programmes and educate consumers on appropriate disposal methods.
The organisers said the engagement would provide an opportunity for stakeholders to identify workable solutions to the challenges created by the proliferation of low-cost electronic accessories, while strengthening industry participation in responsible product recovery.
Established as an annual platform by ITREALMS Media Group, the ITREALMS E-Waste Dialogue promotes engagement among regulators, technology companies, environmental organisations, business leaders and civil society groups on policies and practices that can reduce electronic pollution.
The 2026 edition is expected to advance discussions on producer accountability, improve recovery infrastructure and encourage a more sustainable approach to managing electronic equipment in Nigeria’s rapidly evolving digital marketplace.
