The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has urged Nigerians to reduce food waste and adopt sustainable practices, warning that climate change, conflicts and other global challenges are increasingly affecting food production and supply.
Mrs. Tinubu made the call in a message marking the 2026 World Cleanup Day, observed on Sunday with the theme, “From Clean Plates to Clean Cities.”
“This year’s focus on food waste is particularly important at a time when climate change, conflicts, and other global challenges continue to disrupt food production and supply,” she said.
She said individuals, households, businesses and communities all had a role to play in reducing the amount of food wasted and protecting the environment.
The First Lady urged Nigerians to be more deliberate about how they buy, prepare, consume and preserve food, while also stressing the need for proper waste disposal.
“I encourage households, businesses, and communities to reduce food waste, dispose of refuse properly, and adopt more sustainable practices that protect our environment,” she added.
She said such measures would contribute to efforts to create healthier and cleaner communities, particularly for future generations.
“Through our collective efforts, we can build cleaner, healthier communities for present and future generations.”