Brief Introduction of NACPDEAN
The National Association of Charcoal Producers,
Dealers, Exporters and Afforestation of Nigeria
(NACPDEAN) is the recognized national umbrella body
established to coordinate, regulate, organize,
promote and represent stakeholders operating across
the charcoal value chain in Nigeria.
NACPDEAN was established to provide a unified
institutional platform for charcoal producers,
dealers, exporters, processors, marketers,
investors, transporters, warehouse operators,
afforestation practitioners and other stakeholders
within the sector.
The Association serves as a bridge between industry
operators, government institutions, development
partners, investors and the international market,
ensuring that the charcoal industry contributes
meaningfully to economic growth, environmental
sustainability, employment generation and foreign
exchange earnings.
The Association was formally incorporated with the
Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) of Nigeria on the
6th day of June 2022 with Registration Number
IT182068
.
Today, NACPDEAN stands as the foremost national body
championing responsible charcoal production,
sustainable forest management, environmental
restoration, afforestation, export promotion and
industry regulation throughout Nigeria.
NACPDEAN was established as a strategic response to
the challenges facing Nigeria's charcoal industry and
to provide a sustainable pathway for industry growth,
environmental protection and economic development.
By bringing producers, dealers, exporters,
processors, marketers and all stakeholders under one
umbrella, NACPDEAN has created a platform for
accountability, regulation, environmental
responsibility and industry advancement.
The Association remains committed to supporting the
Federal Government's objectives on environmental
sustainability, economic diversification, non-oil
export promotion, afforestation and foreign exchange
generation while ensuring that Nigeria's charcoal
industry develops responsibly, transparently and
sustainably for present and future generations.
Vision Statement
To become Africa's leading platform for sustainable
charcoal production, environmental conservation,
afforestation and internationally compliant charcoal
trade practices.
Mission Statement
To organize, regulate, represent and empower
stakeholders within the charcoal value chain through
sustainable resource management, afforestation
initiatives, environmental responsibility, industry
compliance, trade facilitation and strategic
partnerships that contribute to national
development.
