Bank workers clean Lagos beach

Union Bank employees actively tackled plastic pollution by cleaning Alpha Community Beach in Lekki, Lagos. Over 50 volunteers removed more than 200 kilograms of waste during the event, which was organized in partnership with the Nigerian Conservation Foundation.

This initiative, part of the bank's UnionCares Corporate Social Responsibility program and its 2026 Employee Volunteer Day, highlights growing concerns over plastic waste in Nigeria. The country generates an estimated 2.5 million tonnes of plastic waste annually, with Lagos accounting for a substantial portion. A significant amount of this waste reportedly ends up in waterways and the ocean due to poor recycling rates.

The cleanup involved collaboration with the Nigerian Conservation Foundation, Rodan High School students, and the Lagos State Waste Management Authority. Volunteers collected a considerable amount of litter, underscoring the severity of coastal pollution.

Olufunmilola Aluko, Union Bank's Chief Brand and Marketing Officer, emphasized the need for collective environmental action. She stated that the bank is committed to its role in protecting the environment and enabling employees to take meaningful action towards cleaner communities and a sustainable future.

The bank highlighted that this effort supports UN Sustainable Development Goals, including Responsible Consumption and Production, Life Below Water, and Partnerships for the Goals. Union Bank plans to continue its environmental initiatives and collaborations to combat pollution and foster sustainable development across Nigeria.

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At Union Bank, we understand that protecting the environment is a shared responsibility, and we are committed to playing our part. As the impact of climate change becomes more evident, initiatives like this allow our employees to take meaningful action, support cleaner communities, and contribute to a more sustainable future.