By Ayomide Otitoju
Airtel Nigeria marked World Environment Day 2025 with a series of environmental sustainability initiatives, kicking off with a seminar led by Dr. Hassan A. Sanuth, Director of Sanitation Services at the Lagos State Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources. The session emphasized the importance of individual responsibility in reducing plastic waste and adopting practical recycling practices.
During the seminar, Airtel Nigeria CEO Dinesh Balsingh reaffirmed the company’s commitment to sustainability, stating, “As we invest in Nigeria’s digital future, we are equally committed to protecting the environment that sustains us.” He cited eco-friendly innovations such as AI-powered services and green partnerships as part of Airtel’s integrated sustainability approach.
Dr. Sanuth warned of the escalating dangers of plastic pollution, particularly in urban hubs like Lagos. “Plastic waste is choking our drains, polluting our water, and threatening public health,” he said, calling for urgent policy action and corporate responsibility.
Following the seminar, Airtel employees nationwide took an “Eco Pledge” to embrace reusable containers and participated in market clean-up drives across Abuja, Oyo, Benin, Enugu, and Kano. Volunteers distributed over 3,000 branded reusable bags and parasols, conducted environmental hygiene training, and led plastic collection activities in partnership with local stakeholders.
The campaign, dubbed Earth Fest 2025, forms part of Airtel Nigeria’s broader Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategy, underscoring the company’s commitment to environmental stewardship across its operations.
