Schneider Electric has demonstrated commitment to environmental sustainability by participating in World Cleanup Day.

The company collaborated with Lagos State Government Ministry of Environment and Water Resources to clean up Bada community, Idera market and Ewenla garage in Lagos.

Speaking at the event, themed: ‘Make Room for Life,’ Director of Sanitation Services, Dr Hassan Sanuth, said: “This is a United Nations-designated initiative recognised as both a national and global World Cleanup Day. Today, Lagos State focused on Oshodi-Isolo, Local Government and selected three locations for the clean-up exercise: Bada community, Idera market, and Ewenla garage to commemorate this event. All motor parks and markets actively participated in this initiative. We are pleased that this exercise aims to raise continuous awareness and encourage the sustained maintenance of a cleaner Lagos.”

Representing the Country President, Schneider Electric West Africa, Marketing Communications Specialist, Grace Ajayi, spoke on Schneider Electric’s reason for participating in the cleaning exercise, saying: “Schneider Electric is the most sustainable company in the world(Time Magazine, 2024), our participation in this clean-up exercise is to show our commitment to Lagos State that we are here for impact and to drive not just a healthy and clean environment but sustainability across the state. We appreciate Lagos State Government for collaborating with us on this initiative and we look forward to creating a greater impact in future.”

While raising awareness among attendees about the importance of maintaining a healthy environment to enhance the quality of life for future generations, Senior Special Assistant on Environment to Lagos State Governor, Mrs Tari Taylaur said: “We all want to give our children the best, and it starts with the basics, cleaning our environment and maintaining clean drainages. They must grow up as environment ambassadors, but it begins with us. Every day, we need to make cleanliness our hobby and imbibe it into our daily activities, setting the example for future generations.”

Those present at the clean-up and sensitisation were Special Adviser to the Governor on Environment and Water Resources, Engr Olakunle Rotimi Akodo; Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Environment, Mrs Tari Taylaur; Director of Sanitation Services Department, Dr. Hassan Sanuth; Vice Chairman, Oshodi-Isolo Local Government, Mrs Modupelola Badmus; Iyaloja General, Oshodi, Mrs Sikirat Ejide; Marketing Communications Specialist, Schneider Electric, Grace Ajayi; Top Government officials and Schneider Electric employees.