NGX marks World Environment Day with Lagos cleanup exercise

The Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group) reinforced its commitment to environmental sustainability by organizing a community cleanup exercise at Marina, Lagos, to celebrate World Environment Day 2026. This initiative was conducted in collaboration with the Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) and the Recyclers Association of Nigeria (RAN).

The event brought together employee volunteers from NGX Group and representatives from its partner organizations. Its primary goals were to foster responsible waste management practices, increase environmental awareness within the community, and encourage active engagement in environmental causes. The exercise provided NGX Group staff with a direct opportunity to contribute to environmental efforts, reflecting the company's dedication to employee volunteering.

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This cleanup exercise reflects our commitment to translating that vision into action by supporting environmental stewardship within the communities where we operate.

This cleanup aligns with NGX Group's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) framework, specifically its environmental pillar, which champions recycling, awareness campaigns, and sustainability-focused interventions. Clifford Akpolo, Head of Group Communications and Partnerships at NGX Group, stated that sustainability is fundamental to the group's vision of creating long-term value. "This cleanup exercise reflects our commitment to translating that vision into action by supporting environmental stewardship within the communities where we operate," Akpolo said.

Akpolo further emphasized the importance of collaboration, noting, "Through our collaboration with LAWMA and RAN, we are helping to promote responsible waste management while demonstrating the value of collective action in addressing environmental challenges." He highlighted that partnerships between the private sector and public agencies are crucial for strengthening waste management and recycling systems. As a leading market infrastructure group, NGX Group continues to integrate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles across its operations and stakeholder engagements to drive sustainable development.

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Through our collaboration with LAWMA and RAN, we are helping to promote responsible waste management while demonstrating the value of collective action in addressing environmental challenges.