Abuja Schools Show Smart City Ideas on World Environment Day

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Junior secondary school students from the Federal Capital Territory displayed their smart city models at a competition organized by the Abuja Environmental Protection Board (AEPB) on Friday.

The competition aimed to inspire students to create innovative solutions for sustainable city living. Schools participating presented their city models to the judges.

In her welcome speech, AEPB Director Kate Ogbonna mentioned that involving schools in this event helps engage young people in discussions about the environment.

Ms Ogbonna said that using the environment wisely needs everyone, government, business, and individuals, to follow the right standards.

“The participation of schools in this annual cooperation remains a vital component of our environmental education efforts,” she said.

“By engaging young people in environmental conversation and activities, we are helping to ensure natural regeneration that better appeals to champions of energy development and environmental stewardship.”

Winners

At the end of the event, Government Junior Secondary School (JSS) Piwoyi took first place with 84.2 points. Government Secondary School Gosa came in second with 83 points, while Noble Guide School, Kubwa, secured third with 80 points.

Other schools that took part include Government Secondary School Kadokushi with 76.8 points, Government Secondary School Pyakasa with 52 points, Government Secondary School Zone 4 with 50.8 points, and Government Secondary School Garki with 49.82 points.

During the award presentation, Deputy Director of AEPB Olayemi Adenuga praised the students for their creativity and dedication to environmental sustainability.

Mr Adenuga gave prizes to the participants. The top three schools received bags and plaques for their excellent work. The other schools were given books as gifts for taking part.