Jawura Environmental Services Ltd., an environmental, safety, industrial, and analytical company, will train 150 youths on recycling and circular economy practices to mark World Environment Day 2026.
The company’s Managing Director and CEO, Mr. Tosin Rowland-Osibanjo, announced this at a news conference in Lagos on Wednesday.
He explained that the training would be part of the company’s Green Print 2.0 Campaign.
Rowland-Osibanjo said the three-day campaign aims to educate, engage, and inspire environmental action among Lagos residents, especially young people.
The initiative will feature an environmental awareness roadshow across major commercial centers in Ikeja, the inauguration of eco-huts made from recycled plastic bottles in partner schools, tree-planting exercises, and an environmental fair.
He added that the fair would focus on practical recycling skills and waste-to-wealth opportunities for youths.
“Our third-day fair is mainly about recycling and training youths on how to recycle products. We are bringing in upcyclers to demonstrate how waste materials can be transformed into useful products. We will discuss the circular economy and how waste can be converted into wealth.
With the number of youths already registered, about 150 participants will receive hands-on training in recycling plastics, textiles, and other materials,” he said.
Rowland-Osibanjo emphasized the importance of young people as drivers of sustainable development, noting that most of the company’s environmental programs focus on youth engagement and advocacy.
He stated that approximately 90 percent of the company’s workforce are youths, reflecting their commitment to developing future environmental leaders.
Regarding the campaign activities, he said that 15 trees, including mango and guava species, would be planted at Baptist Secondary School, Lagos.
He noted that the company had previously planted trees under its Green Print 1.0 initiative and monitored their growth to ensure sustainability.
Rowland-Osibanjo urged Lagos residents to adopt responsible consumption habits and embrace sustainable waste management practices.
He called on consumers to reduce dependence on single-use plastics to minimize waste.
On environmental governance, he said the company would compile recommendations from the program into a comprehensive report for submission to the Lagos State Government.
He stressed that government intervention remains vital for driving behavioral change and improving environmental outcomes.
He also thanked the campaign’s principal sponsors for their support.
A sustainability advocate, Miss Ashley Chidebe, urged stricter enforcement of anti-littering laws and existing regulations on plastic waste. She cited Rwanda’s success in tackling plastic pollution through strong policy enforcement.
Chidebe emphasized that while government action is important, individual responsibility and behavioral change are equally crucial for sustainability. She called for increased environmental education among young people, stating that greater awareness would foster innovation and youth participation in climate initiatives.
She encouraged youths to consider careers in sustainability and environmental management, noting that many young Nigerians are already leading climate action and environmental protection projects.
It was noted that World Environment Day is observed annually on June 5 to promote action toward environmental preservation
