In 2025, MTN Nigeria Communications conducted an environmental assessment and disclosed corporate waste management data in accordance with recognized sustainability reporting standards.The company provided a breakdown of its waste by type (hazardous vs non-hazardous) and treatment method (recovery vs disposal), enabling greater transparency into its waste handling and environmental practices.
| Metric (tonnes) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Total Waste Generated | 345.5a | 307.8a | 51.6a | |
Total Waste Recovered | 29a | N/A | N/A | |
Total Hazardous Waste Generated | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposed | 316.6a | N/A | N/A |
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In 2025, MTN Nigeria Communications generated a total of 346metric tonnes of waste.a
Of this amount, 8.39% of MTN Nigeria Communications's total waste generated was recovered through methods such as recycling, reuse, or composting, while 91.64% was disposed of through landfilling, incineration, or combustion.a
In 2025, MTN Nigeria Communications reported a total waste generation of 346 metric tonnes, of which 8.39% was recovered through recycling, reuse, or composting.This low recovery rate highlights limited waste diversion and suggests that MTN Nigeria Communications may be relying more heavily on landfill or incineration, underscoring opportunities for stronger resource recovery initiatives.a
Since 2023, MTN Nigeria Communications's total waste generation increased by 569.57%, including a 12.25%increase in 2025, indicating a persistent upward trend that may reflect scaling operations, inefficiencies in resource use, or a lack of effective waste minimization practices.a