The Oyo State Government and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) have called on residents to adopt sustainable waste management habits, particularly by reusing and repurposing textiles to protect the environment.

The appeal was made during this year’s World Clean-Up Day celebration in Ibadan, themed “Tackling Textile and Fashion Waste through Circular Economy.”

The Oyo State Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Seun Ashamu, urged citizens, especially market traders, to sort their waste properly and support recycling initiatives.

Ashamu reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to enforcing environmental laws and warned that violators would face sanctions.

He stressed that the initiative aims not only to commemorate the global event but also to raise awareness of the dangers of textile and fashion waste.

UNICEF’s Director of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), Mr. Monday Johnson, highlighted that textiles are a major contributor to pollution and urged residents to adopt responsible clothing consumption and disposal habits.

Similarly, Dr. Femi Balogun of the University of Ibadan, represented by Dr. Deborah Adeyemi, emphasized that adopting a circular economy model is vital for tackling textile waste.

The Chairman of the Oyo State House Committee on Environment and Ecology, Rahman Olorunpoto, also commended the ministry’s efforts and reiterated the Assembly’s commitment to promoting a clean and sustainable environment.

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Lafarge Africa Plc has partnered with the Ogun State Government to plant one million trees across the state’s 20 local government areas. The project marks a major step toward environmental sustainability.

The initiative is part of Ogun Tree Planting Day 2025, observed every second Saturday of August. This year’s theme, “Grow Trees, Sustain Life,” focuses on large-scale tree planting and the beautification of the Ogun State Secretariat’s second entrance at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta.

Lafarge Africa’s Commitment to the Environment

The Group Managing Director and CEO of Lafarge Africa Plc, Lolu Alade-Akinyemi, represented by Gabriel Pollyn, Head of Sustainability and Sponsorships, explained that the project aligns with the company’s decarbonisation and quarry rehabilitation efforts.

“Tree planting is one of the most effective ways to fight climate change. At Lafarge Africa, every tree we plant is an investment in the environment, the economy, and future generations. We will plant 150,000 native trees over five years in Ogun and Oyo States,” Alade-Akinyemi said.

Local Impact of Climate Change

Ogun State Commissioner for Forestry, Taiwo Oludotun, emphasized the urgent need for local solutions to climate change. He highlighted challenges like prolonged dry seasons, flooding, rising temperatures, and threats to agriculture, livestock, and public health.

“We are planting more than trees. We are planting hope, health, and the future of our state. Planting trees is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect our environment,” Oludotun said.

Ensuring Long-Term Growth

Beyond the ceremony, Lafarge Africa pledged to work with local communities to nurture the seedlings. This ensures their survival and long-term contribution to the ecosystem.

The initiative is a bold step toward a greener, more resilient Nigeria, combining corporate responsibility with environmental stewardship.

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