Environment & Sustainability

Lags clamp down on Access Bank Victoria Island branch over sewage issue ... Govt says bank failed to treat waste before discharge, obstructed officials

Dangote Refinery, Fertiliser Donate N241m Worth of School Materials to 3,704 Students in Ibeju-Lekki

Fidelity Bank Advances Financial Inclusion in Kebbi as Community Celebrates New Branch Launch

Driving Growth Through Sustainability: FirstBank’s Commitment

Sustainability has become a critical priority for businesses and governments across the world, driving growth, innovation, and positive change. As the world grapples with climate change, social inequa

The Hidden Workforce of the 2026 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon

When the final runner crossed the finish line at the 11th edition of the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon (ABLCM), the applause began to fade. But for hundreds of workers across Lagos, the real work wa

ADF Supports 3,704 Students in Dangote Refinery, Fertiliser Host Communities

Aliko Dangote Foundation, in collaboration with Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Dangote Fertiliser Limited, has distributed school uniforms, bags, sandals and writing materials to primary school pupils

From Talk to Transformation_ ASIS 2026 Sets New Benchmark for Policy Impact - FinancialEDGE

Sterling One Foundation, in collaboration with the Office of the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the United Nations System, and partners of the Africa Social Impact Summit (ASIS) will convene the ASIS 2026 High-Level Policy Engagement on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja. The session will bring

Nestlé Nigeria and FBRA: Closing the Loop in Nigeria’s Waste Management Ecosystem - FinancialEDGE

As Nigeria’s population continues to grow, estimated by the United Nations Population Fund to reach over 237 million by 2025 so does the volume of waste generated across the country. With over 32 million tonnesof solid waste produced annually according to the World Bank, the pressure on city authorities and private stakeholders to develop sustainable

UBA Foundation Deepens Pan-African Impact, Delivers Continent-wide Aid to Vulnerable Communities, others. - FinancialEDGE

As part of its Food Bank and Giving Back drive, the bank impacted over 100,000 individuals in the communities with essential items and cash gifts, between November 2025 and January 2026, with the aim of alleviating the financial strain associated with the end of the year and beginning of the new year, underscoring the bank

Seplat Energy Reaffirms Responsible Operations, Backs NGX’s Net-Zero Drive - FinancialEDGE

Seplat Energy Plc has reiterated that oil and gas will continue to play a critical role in Nigeria’s energy mix, while stressing the need for operators to conduct their activities responsibly, efficiently, and sustainably. This position was articulated by Mr. Okechukwu Mba, Director, Gas & New Energy, Seplat Energy Plc, who represented the Company’s Chief

Sterling Bank, One Foundation, Sunbeth and Partners Strengthen Climate Action With Nationwide Cleanup and Beach Adoption - FinancialEDGE

In a renewed commitment to strengthen environmental protection across Nigeria, Sterling One Foundation, in collaboration with Sterling Bank, Sunbeth, government agencies, community volunteers, and partner organizations, spearheaded a nationwide Environmental Cleanup and Beach Adoption exercise on Saturday, November 29, 2025. The initiative, which is in line with the United Nations Decade of Action, spanned 17

Sahara Group Accelerates Reforestation Through Gelegele Forest Reserve Partnership Under Adopt‑a‑Forest Initiative

Sahara Group has expanded its environmental sustainability agenda through a strategic partnership between its flagship Adopt-A-Forest Initiative and the Gelegele Forest Reserve in Edo State, Nigeria.

NIMASA unveils model for African maritime decarbonization at COP 30 - FinancialEDGE

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has showcased a pioneering Public Private Partnership (PPP) model for African maritime decarbonization with the establishment of the Nigerian Maritime Continuous Emissions Monitoring System at the 2025 UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC COP 30) in Balem, Brazil. The Agency made the presentation at the sidelines of the

Adopt-A-School initiative: Stanbic IBTC upgrades educational landscape at Alegbo Primary School, Delta State - FinancialEDGE

Stanbic IBTC Holdings has renovated Alegbo Primary School in Delta State, as part of its Adopt-A-School initiative, marking another milestone in the financial institution's steadfast commitment to educational excellence across Nigeria. The comprehensive renovation and expansion project represents a holistic approach to educational development, addressing critical infrastructure needs while creating an environment that enables quality

Dangote Group Leads Coastal Restoration Drive in Lagos - FinancialEDGE

The Dangote Group has been hailed for its leading role in environmental sustainability as the company took centre stage at the E1GP Lagos Mangrove Restoration Programme held at the Eko Park Mangrove Sanctuary, Lagos. The event, which brought together top government officials, traditional rulers, community leaders, corporate sponsors, and international partners, was aimed at combating

Seplat Energy JV Inspires Academic Excellence with PEARLs Quiz in Imo - FinancialEDGE

Seplat Energy Plc, leading Nigerian independent energy company, in partnership with its Joint Venture partner, the NNPC Upstream Investment Management Services (NUIMS), is building the total quality child through the PEARLs Quiz competition in Imo State. The PEARLs Quiz is one of Seplat Energy’s signature educational Corporate Social Investment programmes in Nigeria. At the grand

Global Energy Alliance commits $16 million to accelerate Mission 300 and Africa’s clean energy future at UNGA 80 - FinancialEDGE

The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet today announced $16 million in commitments to expand energy access and accelerate clean energy deployment across Africa. Unveiled on the sidelines of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 80) these commitments support Mission 300, a collective effort led by the World Bank Group

Olapeju Ibekwe Joins Board of UN Global Compact Network Nigeria Ahead of UNGA 80 - FinancialEDGE

Olapeju Ibekwe, Chief Executive Officer of Sterling One Foundation, has been appointed to the Board of the United Nations Global Compact Network Nigeria (UNGCNN), a move that underscores her contributions in shaping Africa’s sustainable development agenda. The announcement, made via UN Global Compact Network Nigeria’s official channels, comes ahead of the 80th United Nations General

GAMSU Foundation & Dolly Children Foundation Expand Summer 9.0 Program Across Nigeria, Empowering Children in Multiple States - FinancialEDGE

The Dolly Children Foundation (DCF) has successfully concluded its four-week free Summer 9.0 program, a holiday initiative designed to provide academic support, digital skills, and creative empowerment for children. This year, the program expanded its reach beyond community-based centers to impact children across Ogun, Lagos, Oyo, and Abuja. The program, under the leadership of Founder and Convener Adedolapo

NGX Group Employees Volunteer to Tackle Child Malnutrition Through Project BLOOM - FinancialEDGE

Employees of Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group) have taken their commitment to community impact beyond the trading floor, volunteering their time and expertise to combat child malnutrition in underserved Lagos communities. Through Project BLOOM (Bringing Life to Our Overlooked Minors), a multi-stakeholder initiative co-championed by NGX Group and Health Emergency Initiative (HEI) Nigeria, in partnership

Dangote Foundation feeds 10,000 households in Cross River - FinancialEDGE

As part of efforts to ameliorate the pangs of hunger in the society, the Aliko Dangote Foundation last week began the distribution of 10,000 bags of rice, each weighing ten kilograms, to vulnerable households, people living with disabilities and the less privileged in Cross State. Secretary to the Cross River State Government, Professor Anthony Owan-Enoh,

Dangote Foundation distributes rice to 10,000 families in Bayelsa - FinancialEDGE

The Aliko Dangote Foundation has flagged off the distribution of 10,000 bags of rice, each weighing ten kilograms, to vulnerable households, people living with disabilities and the less privileged in Bayelsa State. Deputy Governor Bayelsa State, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo who represented the Governor, Senator Douye Diri at the event commended Aliko Dangote for his philanthropic

Seplat Energy Commissions Three New STEAM Labs in Benin City - FinancialEDGE

As part of its continuous investment in the education sector, the NEPL/Seplat Energy Joint Venture has commissioned three new state of the art Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) laboratories in Benin City, Edo State. The three laboratories commissioned and handed over to the Edo State Ministry of Education on Thursday, June 26, 2025,

Plan International Nigeria Brings Girls’ Rights and Safety to the Forefront at Africa Social Impact Summit 4.0 Agenda - FinancialEDGE

Plan International Nigeria, a leading advocate for girls’ rights and gender equality, will return to the Africa Social Impact Summit this year with a strategic emphasis on policy influence, system strengthening, and high-impact partnerships that drive the protection, empowerment, and long-term advancement of girls across the continent. As one of the summit’s theme partners, Plan

200 Ogun Pupils Empowered through Mind Challenge Initiative by Dolly Children Foundation and Reel Foundation - FinancialEDGE

Over 200 pupils from 26 public and private schools gathered at Makogi Primary School for the inaugural edition of the Ultimate Mind Challenge, a day-long event that blended fun with critical thinking and competition. Organized by the REEL Foundation in collaboration with Dolly Children Foundation and proudly supported by the Britain Nigeria Educational Trust (BNET),

Dolly Children Foundation Celebrates 16 Years of Impact, Reaffirms Commitment to Transforming Grassroots Education in Nigeria - FinancialEDGE

This year, Dolly Children Foundation proudly commemorates 16 years of unwavering service to vulnerable children in Nigeria, celebrating a journey defined by resilience, transformation, and hope. Since its inception in 2009, the Foundation has directly touched the lives of over 23,000 children, equipping them with access to quality education and life-changing empowerment initiatives. In a

Pan-Atlantic University to Host Symposium on Energy and Sustainable Environment - FinancialEDGE

The Centre for Media and Communication Research (CMCR) at Pan-Atlantic University, in partnership with the NNPC Foundation, is set to host the NNPC Foundation Symposium on Energy and Sustainable Environment Communication. The two-day event will take place on May 22-23, 2025, at the university's main campus. The symposium aims to explore solutions on how environmental

Seplat Energy’s Sustainability Commitments Targeted Beyond Today – COO - FinancialEDGE

Seplat Energy Plc, leading Nigerian independent energy Company has restated its commitments to energy sustainability as it impacts people, environment and corporate governance, stressing that its focus is long-term with dividends accruable beyond today. The Chief Operating Officer, Seplat Energy, Mr. Samson Ezugworie, stated this at the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Nigeria Council 2025

Lagosians Hail Dangote over Impact of National Food Relief Programme - FinancialEDGE

Chairman of the Aliko Dangote Foundation and Africa’s wealthiest person has continued to draw widespread commendation over the socio-economic impact of his national food relief programme, as the Foundation continues the distribution of 80,000 units of 10kg bags of rice to the vulnerable in Lagos State. Recall that the Lagos flag-off of the nationwide rice

Dangote Foundation Empowers Nigerians as Ongoing National Food Relief Programme Spreads to 10 States - FinancialEDGE

The Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF) has delivered hundreds of thousands of bags of rice to several states including Kano, Bauchi, Nasarawa, Niger, Lagos, Abuja, Katsina, Borno and Gombe States, as part of its ongoing 2025 Food Intervention Programme. More States are to receive their deliveries this week, the Foundation says. Over one million Nigerians

GEAPP Wins Inaugural WEF Award for Advancing Energy Transition - FinancialEDGE

The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) has announced that its partnership of 50+ organizations has received an inaugural Giving to Amplify Earth Action (GAEA) Award for Philanthropic-Public-Private Partnership at the World Economic Forum. This award recognizes the impact of scalable, innovative collaborations that are leveraging the contributions of philanthropy, government and private

Dangote Petroleum Refinery Awards Scholarships to 473 Students - FinancialEDGE

Joy and elation enveloped the Idotun Community Junior High School, a suburb of Lekki, on Thursday when Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals, in partnership with Dangote Fertilisers Limited, awarded scholarships to 473 students from 10 secondary schools and 7 tertiary institutions. In addition, the company donated eight hundred and four (804) tables and chairs to

EAAIF Leads Africell’s Historic USD300 Million Bond Issuance as Sole Impact Investor - FinancialEDGE

The Emerging Africa & Asia Infrastructure Fund (EAAIF), a Private Infrastructure Development Group (PIDG) company, managed by Ninety One, has invested USD28 million and acted as the sole impact investor in an oversubscribed USD300 million capital market maiden bond issue. Book orders over USD550 million meant that EAAIF could reduce its anchor commitment from USD40

Africa50 completes historic $100 million asset recycling programme with The Gambia - FinancialEDGE

Africa50, the pan-African infrastructure investor and asset manager, has officially assumed operations of the Senegambia Bridge after disbursing the first $15.5 million tranche of a $100 million Asset Recycling programme with the Government of The Gambia. The project will be managed by the newly established Transgambia Bridge Company Ltd., created through a Shareholders Agreement between

Gavi harnesses innovation to mitigate effects of climate change on global health - FinancialEDGE

Four global health innovators, from a pool of over 100 applicants, have been chosen as the 2024 Gavi Innovation for Uptake, Scale and Equity in Immunisation (INFUSE) Pacesetters. The winners, Atlas AI from the USA, Causal Foundry from Spain, Figorr from Nigeria and Signalytic from Uganda were selected from a shortlist of ten finalists by a panel of global health, technology and

Unlocking Africa’s Future: $6.5 Trillion Productivity Boost by 2030 Through Foundational Learning - FinancialEDGE

African leaders, the African Union, and Global development partners gathered in New York at the UN General Assembly to showcase the transformational impact that prioritising foundational learning can have on the African continent. The World Bank estimates that the learning crisis will result in $21 trillion of lost productivity globally if urgent action is not taken. However,

Access Bank Drives Africa’s Transition to Low-Carbon Economy - FinancialEDGE

Access Bank’s Contributions in Africa’s Transition to a Low Carbon Economy Africa is facing a growing challenge of managing its waste and natural resources in a sustainable way. The current traditional linear economic model, characterized by a "take, make, dispose" pattern that is extracting, consuming, and disposing of materials, is inefficient, wasteful, and harmful to

Rwanda Unveils Ambitious Plan for Kigali Innovation City, Dubbed ‘The Digital Heart of Africa - FinancialEDGE

The Government of Rwanda, Africa50, and the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA), have officially broken ground on the construction of the pioneering smart city project. Dignitaries, policymakers, institutional investors, private investors, multinational corporations, and project developers convened at a ceremony on Tuesday 10 September to mark the start of construction of the

Africa Practice and Environmental Defense Fund Join Forces to Combat Climate Change in Africa - FinancialEDGE

Africa Practice (AP), a mission-led strategic consulting firm, and Environmental Defense Fund (EDF), a global nonprofit organisation tackling climate change, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to work together to address climate challenges and promote sustainable energy solutions across Africa. The partnership was officially announced by Richard Kiplagat, Director at Africa Practice, at the

Global Attendance Confirmed For ASIS 2024 - FinancialEDGE

The Africa Social Impact Summit (ASIS) 2024 is set to be a truly global event, with delegates registered from over 50 countries from across the world. This diverse representation underscores the summit's worldwide appeal, as wee las its significance as the premier platform for sustainable development in Africa. The event will take place on July

ACT Foundation Invites Applications for Changemakers Innovation Challenge 2024 - FinancialEDGE

Aspire Coronation Trust (ACT) Foundation has announced the opening of applications for the 2024 Changemakers Innovation Challenge. Themed The theme for this year's Changemakers Innovation Challenge is “Driving Change With Digital Innovation,” this initiative seeks to empower community non-profit organisations and social enterprises that utilise technological advancements to create grassroots impact and enhance the lives

SPIN Inducts 64 New Members, Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthening Sustainability Practice in Nigeria - FinancialEDGE

The Sustainability Professionals Institute of Nigeria (SPIN) has inducted 64 new members into its fold, marking a significant milestone in its efforts to promote sustainable practices in Nigeria. The induction ceremony, which took place on June 20, 2024, at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Victoria Island, Lagos, welcomed new professionals into the institute's

Gavi and lower income countries launch drive to reach more than 100M children in 2024; largest ever push in Africa - FinancialEDGE

Amid an increase in global measles outbreaks and mortalities, Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance is working with governments, communities and partners to reach up to 100M children with Measles and Rubella Vaccines in 2024 through catch-up and follow-up campaigns. This represents 22 country applications approved to-date that are aiming for campaigns in 2024. Countries expected to

Dangote Distributes Over 1 Million Rice To 17 States For Hunger Alleviation - FinancialEDGE

So far, 17 states have received their shares of the over 1 million 10kg rice, being distributed by the Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF), across the 774 local governments in Nigeria Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the ADF, Zouera Youssoufou, said the Foundation would ensure that all the local governments in Nigeria get their

Seplat Energy JV Concludes 2023 Edition of Seplat Energy PEARLs Quiz … Don Bosco Science Academy in Edo emerges overall winner, whilst all winning schools get project funds, scholarships - FinancialEDGE

Seplat Energy Plc, leading Nigerian independent energy company, has concluded the 12th edition of Seplat Energy JV PEARLs Quiz, which is one of its signature educational Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives. Don Bosco Science Academy, Ekpoma, Edo State emerged winner, bagging the coveted prize of Ten Million Naira (N10m) for a project and one hundred-thousand-naira (N100,000)

Palliatives: Dangote donates 80,000 bags of rice to Lagos residents … Sanwo-Olu says Dangote prioritize Nigerians’ welfare above profit - FinancialEDGE

The Aliko Dangote Foundation, (ADF) has flagged off the distribution of 80,000 10kg bags of rice to the vulnerable in Lagos state. President of Dangote Group and Chairman of the foundation, Aliko Dangote, noted that the gesture is part of the over one million 10kg bags of rice that would be distributed to reach one

Seplat Energy Clinches SERAS Africa’s Award for Education Intervention

Seplat Energy Plc, a leading Nigerian independent energy company listed on the Nigerian Exchange Limited and the London Stock Exchange, has emerged winner of the Sustainability, Enterprise and Respons

Access Holdings Reiterates Commitment to Deepening Disability Inclusion, Hosts Maiden Disability Confidence Training - FinancialEDGE

Access Bank Took a significant step in promoting disability inclusion in the private sector, recently hosting the two-day Employers Disability Confidence Training. The training aimed to introduce private sector employers to Sightsavers' Disability Confidence Toolkit and equip them with the knowledge and tools to make their companies more accessible and inclusive. The sessions also included

Seplat Energy JV Concludes 2023 Edition of Seplat Energy PEARLs Quiz … Rewards Winners

Seplat Energy Plc, leading Nigerian independent energy company, has concluded the 12th edition of Seplat Energy JV PEARLs Quiz, which is one of its signature educational Corporate Social Responsibilit

Stanbic IBTC’s Blue Blossom sponsors 2023 Evercare’s Breast Cancer Awareness Walk

As part of its commitment to promoting health and well-being within its community, Stanbic IBTC, a leading financial institution in Nigeria and a member of Standard Bank Group, through its Blue Blosso