Lagos Waste Management Authority Praises FABE Foundation for Promoting Eco-Consciousness and Environmental Sustainability among Schoolchildren
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has commended the Foundation for a Better Foundation (FABE foundation) for promoting eco-consciousness and environmental sustainability among schoolchildren in the state.
EcoschoolNg Project
The EcoschoolNg project was borne out of a vision to empower young people with the knowledge, skills, and mindset to become champions of sustainability, stewards of the environment, and pioneers of the circular economy. The project is championed by FABE Foundation, an environmental sustainability non-governmental organization (NGO) under the sponsorship of Aspire Coronation Trust Foundation (ACT Foundation) and Access Bank to promote climate action.
LAWMA’s Commendation
The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, represented by Mrs. Bola Adewunmi, Director, LAWMA Academy, commended the initiative and efforts of FABE in training climate-conscious youths in the promotion of a circular economy. "At LAWMA, we believe it is not waste until it is wasted," Gbadegesin said. "What we are propagating now is for the children to sort their waste from source, so that the waste that can be recycled, can be properly used in a clean state."
FABE’s Training Program
FABE’s training program teaches students how to turn waste into wealth, including turning tires into ottomans, chairs, and flower vases from pet bottles. The program has made these students entrepreneurs even from a young age. "LAWMA is also propagating education in sustainability so our children can imbibe the culture of a cleaner and safer environment for us all," Gbadegesin said.
Participants’ Testimonials
Two participants at the EcoschoolNg project, Ahmed Robiu and Oyindamola Adenaike, shared their experiences and appreciation for the program. Robiu said, "My experience at the EcoSchoolNG 10-month programme brought me great happiness and intelligence. Without the introduction of EcoSchoolNG, we have not been able to turn our waste to wealth but with the knowledge we have acquired through FABE foundation." Adenaike added, "FABE foundation has taught us that we should not spend our money, we should not waste our money to buy things that we can easily source for through the use of waste resources."
Conclusion
The EcoschoolNg project is an innovative initiative that empowers young people to become champions of sustainability, stewards of the environment, and pioneers of the circular economy. The program’s success is a testament to the importance of environmental education and sustainability. As Gbadegesin said, "At LAWMA, we believe it is not waste until it is wasted." It is crucial for us to adopt a culture of sustainability and to teach our children to sort their waste from source, so that the waste that can be recycled, can be properly used in a clean state.
FAQs
Q: What is the EcoschoolNg project?
A: The EcoschoolNg project is an initiative to empower young people with the knowledge, skills, and mindset to become champions of sustainability, stewards of the environment, and pioneers of the circular economy.
Q: Who is behind the EcoschoolNg project?
A: The project is championed by FABE Foundation, an environmental sustainability non-governmental organization (NGO) under the sponsorship of Aspire Coronation Trust Foundation (ACT Foundation) and Access Bank to promote climate action.
Q: What is the goal of the EcoschoolNg project?
A: The goal of the EcoschoolNg project is to promote eco-consciousness and environmental sustainability among schoolchildren in the state.
