Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has called on citizens to take collective responsibility for environmental protection by promoting cleanliness and adopting clean energy solutions.
Mrs Tinubu appealed in Abuja on Monday in a message to mark the 2026 International Day of Clean Energy, observed globally on January 26.
She described the occasion as a reminder of the urgent need for Nigerians to safeguard the environment for both present and future generations.
“The International Day of Clean Energy reminds us that protecting our environment is a shared responsibility,” she said. “Each of us has a role to play in ensuring a cleaner and healthier society.”
The First Lady encouraged the use of renewable energy sources and environmentally friendly technologies, noting that they are vital to sustainable development and improved quality of life.
“I urge Nigerians to embrace renewable energy and sustainable innovations as a foundation for survival, healthy living, and responsible environmental stewardship,” she stated.
She stressed the importance of collective action in addressing environmental challenges, calling for cooperation among individuals, communities, and institutions.
“By working together, we can build a greener and more sustainable planet for ourselves and generations yet unborn,” Tinubu added.
She also extended goodwill messages to Nigerians on the occasion of the International Day of Clean Energy.
The International Day of Clean Energy was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly through Resolution A/77/327 and aims to promote awareness and action toward a just and inclusive transition to clean energy systems worldwide.
The annual observance highlights the role of clean energy in supporting economic growth, environmental sustainability, and improved human well-being.
