Fidson Organizes Cleanup for Lagos Communities on World Cleanup Day

Fidson Healthcare Plc gathered its staff and volunteers to clean up communities in Lagos for World Cleanup Day 2026.

The cleanup happened on Saturday morning in areas like Obanikoro, Fadeyi, Palmgrove, and Shomolu. Staff from Fidson and volunteers joined in to clean up and raise awareness about environmental hygiene.

This event, called Project Clean Sweep 2026, was organized by Fidson with support from the African Cleanup Initiative (ACI). It is part of Fidson's corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainability efforts.

The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) also took part, sending its advocacy team to help the organizers.

World Cleanup Day is a global event held every year on September 20. It focuses on fighting waste pollution and promoting how to use resources sustainably.

Fidson Connects Clean Environment to Health

Adejoke Alli, the Associate Director of Business Operations at Fidson Healthcare, spoke about the event. She said the company wanted to help create a cleaner and healthier environment for the community.

"The whole idea is to do our part to ensure that we have a greener Lagos and a greener environment, particularly in our host community around Obanikoro, Fadeyi, Shipeolu, and Shomolu, where our head office is located," Ms Alli said.

"We are very passionate about environmental sustainability. Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is also part of our governance framework, so we are particularly interested in ensuring that we maintain an environment with a less carbon footprint, an environment that is clean and habitable, and one that can promote good health."

She pointed out that instead of just talking about the issues, the organization chose to take action so people would see that "we can all make a difference."

"This is something that we are very proud of, and we hope we’ll continue to do this for the future," she added.

Tosin Shoboyede, the Human Resources Business Partner at Fidson Healthcare, mentioned that keeping the environment clean fits with the company's motto, "We value life."

Mr Shoboyede said a clean environment promotes healthy living. He called the cleanup a way for Fidson to give back to society and help make the environment better.

Organisers Urge Community Involvement

Alexander Kibe, Founder and President of the ACI, shared that his group has been involved in cleanup activities for 16 years across Nigeria's six geopolitical zones.

Mr Kibe explained that they combine cleanup with advocacy. He said cleaning the environment without changing people's habits won't work long-term.

During the cleanup, volunteers also went to the market in the area to clean and talk to traders about the importance of keeping their surroundings clean.

"We cannot leave everything to the government," Mr Kibe said. "As the African Cleanup Initiative, we are playing our part, and Fidson Healthcare is also playing its part."

He added that residents, traders, and passers-by also have a duty to keep their surroundings clean. The organizers want to engage community members and encourage them to take care of the environment after the cleanup.

Volunteers Encourage Residents to Take Action

Munnir Adams, Founder of Climb with Me and a volunteer with the ACI, emphasized that better waste management systems won't be enough without citizens taking responsibility.

Mr Adams said residents should actively work to keep their streets, gutters, and areas around their homes clean instead of just complaining about poor waste management.

Rachel Coker, another volunteer with the ACI, has been involved in the organization's activities for over a year.

Ms Coker said regular environmental cleaning can lower exposure to germs and diseases and improve people's mental wellbeing. She mentioned that volunteers aim to set an example for residents and encourage them to make environmental cleanliness a regular part of their lives.