In celebration of World Environment Day 2025, Prudential Zenith Life Insurance partnered with the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) and the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) to spearhead an impactful environmental cleanup campaign along the Ozumba Mbadiwe waterfront, reinforcing its commitment to a cleaner, greener Lagos.
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Aligned with this year’s global theme, “Beat Plastic Pollution,” the initiative brought together over 50 volunteers including staff from Prudential Zenith Life, LAWMA, and LASWA—who gathered at the Five Cowrie Creek for a coastal cleanup and public awareness drive.
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Funmilayo Omo, Managing Director/CEO of Prudential Zenith Life Insurance, emphasised, “Sustainability is undamental to how we deliver value. At Prudential Zenith Life, protecting lives means more than offering insurance; it means safeguarding the planet we all share. We are proud to stand alongside LAWMA and LASWA to demonstrate the power of partnerships in driving positive environmental change.”
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This initiative is part of Prudential Zenith Life’s broader goal to build resilient communities in the areas where it operates, creating a more sustainable, inclusive, and responsible future.
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Key highlights from the day included:
‎. Removal of over 3 tonnes of plastic waste from key lagoon locations
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Donation of cleaning tools such as drag rakes, gloves, rainboots, and waste-trapping nets to support sustained environmental management
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Educational outreach sessions on waste segregation, recycling, and marine ecosystem protection
Lanre Shashore, Head of LAWMA’s Marine Department, noted, “This partnership with Prudential Zenith Life underscores the need for collective action in addressing environmental challenges. Today, we didn’t just clean–we educated and inspired.”
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LASWA General Manager Mr. Damilola Emmanuel added, “Our waterways are vital to Lagos’ identity and economy. This collaboration is a meaningful step toward preserving them for future generations.”
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For Prudential Zenith Life, World Environment Day 2025 is not a one-off event but part of a continuous effort to foster environmental sustainability and resilience. Through monthly cleanups, community education, and support for green innovations, the company is actively working to shape a more sustainable future.
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