In line with its commitment to environmental sustainability and responsible business practices,
Zenith Bank Plc has commemorated the 2026 World Environment Day with a two-phase
environmental clean-up initiative in Lagos State, held under the global theme “Inspired by
Nature. For Climate. For Our Future.”
The first phase was a morning clean-up conducted by staff of the Bank on Wednesday, 3 June
2026, along Ajose Adeogun Street, Victoria Island, Lagos. The exercise mobilised employees
to clear waste, sensitise residents on proper disposal practices, and reinforce the Bank’s
culture of community service and environmental stewardship.
The second phase, on Thursday, 4 June 2026, featured a waterways clean-up at the Falomo
Waterways, Ikoyi, Lagos, executed in collaboration with the Lagos Waste Management
Authority (LAWMA) and the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA). The joint effort
focused on removing marine debris, promoting cleaner waterways, and supporting the State’s
broader climate-resilience agenda.
Speaking on the initiative, Dame Dr. Adaora Umeoji, OON, Group Managing Director/CEO of
Zenith Bank Plc, said: “At Zenith Bank, sustainability is integral to how we operate. Clearing our
streets and our waterways is a practical reminder that protecting the environment is a shared
responsibility – and one we are proud to take up alongside LAWMA and LASWA. Through
these exercises, we are taking deliberate action to preserve our communities, support climate
action, and inspire others to act. Our operations will continue to align with global environmental
standards as we build a more sustainable future for Nigeria and Africa.”
Zenith Bank remains committed to embedding Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)
principles across its operations, investing in green initiatives, energy efficiency, and community-
focused programmes. These efforts advance the United Nations Sustainable Development
Goals – particularly SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and
Communities) and SDG 13 (Climate Action). Sustainability remains an operational imperative
across the Bank’s Nigerian base and its broader African, UK and European footprints.
