The Sokoto State Government (SOSG), through the Ministry of Innovation and Digital Economy (MIDE) led by the Honourable Commissioner, Bashar Umar Kwabo, has paid a working visit to Biofil Technology Nigeria Limited (BTNL) in Sokoto. The visit was aimed at strengthening engagement and exploring potential areas of collaboration on youth empowerment in both the digital and green economy sectors.
BTNL is a waste management company focused on converting organic and plastic waste into biogas, organic fertilizer, and eco friendly building materials. The company promotes a circular economy while supporting environmental sustainability in the state.
During the visit, the CEO and Managing Director of BTNL, Mr. Ibukun Taiwo, highlighted the company’s innovative waste to resource conversion technologies. He noted that the company’s operations align with Sokoto State’s environmental and economic development priorities. Taiwo emphasized BTNL’s role in promoting a circular economy and explained how its processes could support state initiatives for sustainability.
Also speaking, the Head of Sustainability and Innovation, Ms. Rita, expressed BTNL’s interest in partnering with MIDE on capacity building programmes. She mentioned plans focused on smart farming, renewable energy, waste data digitization, and establishing mini factories for waste conversion. According to her, these initiatives aim to equip young people in Sokoto with practical skills that can create employment and support sustainable livelihoods.
While responding, the Commissioner, Hon. Bashar Umar Kwabo, commended BTNL’s innovative work. He assured the company of the Ministry’s readiness to support programmes that advance youth empowerment, innovation and sustainable economic development. He stated that the Dr. Ahmad Aliyu led administration has continued to invest in youth training and skills development to promote sustainable livelihoods.
Hon. Kwabo further stressed that the Ministry will work to ensure smooth implementation of the partnership to strengthen the state’s digital and green economy goals. He noted that as an agrarian state, Sokoto would benefit greatly from innovations that boost agricultural productivity and environmental sustainability, complementing government efforts toward food security.
The visit was attended by officials from MIDE and the Sokoto Information and Communication Technology Development Agency (SICTDA).
