The Managing Director of Parts Central Limited, Henry Olaoluwa Onifade, has said Nigeria can convert the growing volume of plastic waste, water hyacinth and other marine litter clogging its waterways into economic wealth through recycling, biofuels and other value-added processes. According to Tribune Online, Onifade made the remarks in Lagos during activities marking his birthday, where he also provided updates on the company's operations.

Lagos is rethinking its approach to waste as part of a growing green economy, according to ThisDay Live. Materials such as plastic, aluminium, textiles, organic matter and electronic components are increasingly being channelled into recycling and reuse rather than disposal. The report highlights how these efforts are turning discarded materials into economic value, reflecting a broader shift toward sustainable practices and circular economy initiatives in Nigeria's commercial capital.

Professor Emeritus of Petroleum Economics, Prof. Wumi Iledare, has urged Nigeria to move beyond merely producing hydrocarbons and instead convert its oil wealth into lasting economic value. Speaking in Abuja, according to ThisDay Live, the foremost petroleum economist argued that the country must deliberately pursue strategies that translate its petroleum resources into broader, sustainable benefits for the economy rather than relying solely on crude production and exports.

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has called on African nations to cease the export of raw minerals and focus on enhancing value addition through processing, technology transfer, and industrial development. He emphasized the need for collaboration among African countries to ensure the continent maximizes its benefits from its abundant mineral resources, according to Premium Times Business.

An expert has said that cassava produced in Benue State could become Nigeria's equivalent of crude oil, arguing the crop has the potential to transform the national economy. According to the expert, harnessing Benue's cassava output could create jobs, boost economic growth, and strengthen food security across the country. The remarks highlight growing calls for Nigeria to diversify its economy away from oil dependence through agriculture.

The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), Engr. Felix Omatsola Ogbe, has urged African countries to move beyond mere resource ownership and focus on building sustainable industrial capacity. Speaking at Africa Oil Week (AOW) 2026, Ogbe said the continent should create greater value from its natural resources and position African businesses to compete globally, according to The Tide. The remarks highlight Nigeria's push for stronger local content and industrial growth in the energy sector.