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Creating lasting value from waste

We are a team of passionate professionals dedicated to transforming Nigeria’s waste management landscape through innovative, sustainable solutions. United by a shared commitment to environmental stewardship and social impact, we bring together diverse expertise in recycling, community engagement, and circular economy practices.

Olamide Ayeni

Founder / CEO

James Babajide

Lead, OPERATIONS

Kristen Agu

Lead, PRODUCTION

Olamide Ayeni is an award-winning social innovator and founder of Pearl Recycling, recognized globally for pioneering circular economy solutions in Africa.

Her work transforming urban waste into economic and social value has impacted thousands and earned partnerships with governments and international institutions.

A recognized thought leader in sustainability, she is reshaping global conversations on waste, equity, and climate resilience.

James Babajide is a logistics expert with over 15 years of experience across the value chain, from warehousing to last-mile delivery.

As Head of Operations at Pearl Recycling, he brings structure, precision, and efficiency to the day-to-day execution of our circular economy model.

His leadership ensures that innovation meets reliability as we scale impact across communities.

Kristen Agu began her journey at Pearl Recycling as an intern and quickly rose through the ranks to become Head of Production.

With a keen eye for process improvement and a passion for sustainable manufacturing, she now leads our production team.

Her leadership ensures that every recycled material is transformed with precision.

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People and Culture

At Pearl Recycling, our people are the heart of everything we do. We foster a culture rooted in collaboration, innovation, and respect, where every team member’s voice is valued and creativity thrives. Driven by a shared passion for sustainability and social impact, we cultivate an environment that encourages continuous learning, accountability, and empowerment.

Building not just a company, but a community committed to pioneering Nigeria’s circular economy transformation.

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