Rite Foods Limited has reinforced its commitment to environmental sustainability and climate action by engaging students in environmental education, tree-planting and recycling awareness programmes across Lagos and Ogun states to commemorate the 2026 World Environment Day.
The food and beverage company brought together students, teachers and community stakeholders at Opebi Senior Grammar School, Ikeja, Lagos, and Moslem Primary School, Ososa, Ogun State, to promote environmental responsibility, sustainable living and circular economy practices among young people.
The initiative featured interactive sustainability sessions focused on proper waste management, recycling, water conservation and environmental stewardship. Students also took part in tree-planting exercises aimed at encouraging afforestation, capturing carbon dioxide and fostering a lifelong commitment to environmental protection.
Speaking during the outreach programme, themed Plant the Future, the Head of Corporate Affairs and Sustainability at Rite Foods Limited, Ekuma Eze, emphasised the need to equip young people with the knowledge and values required to tackle environmental challenges.
According to him, climate change remains one of the most pressing global issues, making it imperative for organisations, communities and individuals to take deliberate steps to protect the environment.
“Environmental sustainability begins with awareness and responsibility. By catching them young and teaching them the importance of protecting the environment, they become ambassadors of positive change within their homes and communities. We must therefore take intentional steps today to ensure we leave a healthier planet for future generations,” he said.
Eze also highlighted Rite Foods’ wider sustainability agenda, including its recently launched Waste-Is-Naira (W.I.N.) initiative in partnership with RecyclePoints. The programme enables residents to exchange used plastic bottles and beverage cans for cash while promoting responsible waste management and advancing circular economy practices.
Also speaking at the Ososa event, the Health, Safety and Environment Manager at Rite Foods Limited, Timilehin Ajibola, underscored the strong connection between environmental sustainability, community development and long-term business growth.
“Our goal is to remain in business for the next century and beyond. Achieving that requires collective responsibility in protecting our environment through simple actions such as conserving water, disposing of waste properly, and planting trees that will benefit future generations. A healthy environment creates healthier communities, supports learning, and contributes to sustainable economic development,” he stated.
A key highlight of the Lagos engagement was a practical recycling and sustainability session facilitated by Kazih Kits Limited, Rite Foods’ sustainability partner. The session introduced students to innovative ways of transforming waste materials into useful products, demonstrating how sustainability can generate both environmental and economic value.
Speaking on the initiative, the Chief Executive Officer of Kazih Kits Limited, Dr. Chinedu Azih, explained that recycling offers practical solutions to environmental challenges while creating opportunities for social impact.
“Many of the materials people discard every day still have economic and social value. Through innovation and recycling, plastic bottles and product wrappers can be transformed into school bags and other useful products that support education, reduce pollution, and contribute to a more sustainable future,” she said.
Commending the initiative, the Head Teacher of Moslem Primary School, Ososa, Lawal Oladele, described environmental education as essential to raising responsible future citizens.
“The lessons shared with our pupils today go beyond the classroom. They will take this knowledge home and help promote environmental consciousness among their families and communities. Programmes like this help shape a generation that understands the value of protecting the environment,” he said.
He also commended Rite Foods Limited for championing the initiative.
The World Environment Day outreach reflects Rite Foods Limited’s commitment to its Corporate Social Responsibility framework, which focuses on Education, Youth Empowerment, Environmental Stewardship and Community Development (EYEC). It also reinforces the company’s belief that meaningful climate action begins with awareness, education and collective responsibility.
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