The House of Representatives at the National Assembly, Abuja, 7th Match 2026 held a public hearing to address growing concerns regarding the proposed ban on single-use plastics in Nigeria. The meeting brought together lawmakers, environmental stakeholders, and industry representatives to discuss the potential impact of the policy on various sectors of the economy.
For members of the Hygienic Water Producers Association of Nigeria (HWAPAN), the discussions are particularly significant because the sachet water industry relies heavily on plastic packaging to deliver safe and affordable drinking water to millions of Nigerians.
During the hearing, stakeholders highlighted that sachet water packaging currently has no widely adopted alternative material capable of replacing plastic while maintaining affordability, hygiene, and large-scale distribution.
Sachet water remains one of the most accessible sources of drinking water for millions of households across Nigeria. Any immediate restriction on single-use plastic packaging could therefore have a direct impact on:
Hygienic water production factories
Small and medium water businesses
Water distribution networks
Vendors and retailers
Consumers who rely on affordable sachet water
Industry representatives emphasized that a sudden ban could disrupt production and affect livelihoods across the water supply chain.
During the session, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, cautioned against implementing an abrupt ban on single-use plastics without proper planning and industry consultation.
Lawmakers acknowledged that while plastic pollution is a growing environmental concern, policy decisions must also consider the economic and social implications for industries that depend on plastic packaging, including the hygienic water sector.
Stakeholders therefore recommended a gradual and well-structured transition strategy, which would allow industries to adapt, explore sustainable alternatives, and protect jobs across the manufacturing ecosystem.
Another key point raised during the hearing was that several companies within Nigeria’s packaging and beverage sectors have already made significant investments in plastic recycling and waste management initiatives.
Industry groups reported substantial financial commitments aimed at improving plastic waste collection and recycling infrastructure in Nigeria. These efforts demonstrate that stakeholders within the sector are actively working toward more sustainable waste management solutions while maintaining the ability to supply essential products such as packaged drinking water.
For hygienic water producers, plastic sachet packaging remains a critical component in ensuring safe, hygienic, and affordable water distribution.
Any policy affecting plastic packaging will therefore have direct implications for:
Production operations
Packaging supply chains
Industry employment
Consumer access to safe drinking water
It is important that policies aimed at addressing environmental concerns are implemented in a way that also protects the sustainability of the water production industry and the millions of Nigerians who rely on it daily.
The Hygienic Water Producers Association of Nigeria (HWAPAN) continues to monitor discussions surrounding the proposed plastic ban and remains committed to keeping members informed about policy developments that may affect the industry.
Members are encouraged to stay engaged, follow updates from relevant authorities, and continue upholding the highest standards of hygienic water production and environmental responsibility.
Further updates will be shared as more information becomes available from the National Assembly and relevant regulatory bodies.
National Assembly Holds Public Hearing on Proposed Single-Use Plastics Ban: Key Concerns for Water Producers The House of Representatives at the National Assembly, Abuja, 7th
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