On October 5, 2026, HBM Nigeria Plc, in collaboration with the FABE International Foundation, organized a cleanup exercise at the Oyingbo Ultra-Modern Market in Lagos as part of the 2026 World Cleanup Day. The initiative aimed to promote waste management and environmental sensitization among market traders and the community. The event saw the participation of key stakeholders, including the Head of Sustainability and Sponsorship at HBM Nigeria, Gabriel Pollyn, and the Director of HBM-ECO Nigeria, Temitope Dosumu.
The Oyingbo Ultra-Modern Market, a critical commercial hub in Lagos, was chosen for the initiative due to its strategic importance in the city's food supply chain. A significant portion of the fresh food consumed by Lagosians passes through open markets like Oyingbo, making market sanitation directly linked to public health. The cleanup exercise and sensitization campaign sought to educate traders on the importance of proper waste management and its impact on their health and well-being.
During the event, Temitope Dosumu emphasized the need for people to understand the purpose of waste management and recognize waste as a valuable resource. He stressed that a clean environment is a healthy space, and sensitization is crucial in achieving this goal. To ensure lasting behavioral change, HBM Nigeria and FABE International Foundation provided traders with practical training on sorting waste at the point of generation, separating organic food waste from plastics and recyclables.
The initiative went beyond sensitization, with HBM Nigeria and FABE International Foundation donating heavy-duty waste bins, proper waste management kits, branded merchandise, and protective parasols to the market community. These donations aimed to empower traders in their daily operations and promote a clean and sustainable environment. The Iyaloja of Oyingbo Market, Chief Mrs Olateju Ramot, expressed gratitude to HBM Nigeria, noting that equipping traders with knowledge and practical equipment gives the market community a renewed sense of pride and shared responsibility in keeping Oyingbo clean and sustainable.
The initiative received commendation from public-sector stakeholders, including Lanre Shasore, Head of Street Sanitation Services at the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), and Temitope Okunnu, Founder and CEO of FABE International Foundation. They highlighted the power of corporate-civil partnerships in managing high-volume waste zones and promoting sustainable practices. The partnership between HBM Nigeria and FABE International Foundation demonstrated the impact that collaborative efforts can have on promoting environmental sustainability.
The event was attended by various stakeholders, including the Head of Communications, Brand & Events at HBM Nigeria, Ginikanwa Frank-Durugbor, and other officials from LAWMA and FABE International Foundation. The participation of these stakeholders underscored the importance of collective action in promoting environmental sustainability and responsible waste management practices. The initiative demonstrated HBM Nigeria's commitment to corporate social responsibility and its role in promoting sustainable practices in the communities it operates.
The Oyingbo Ultra-Modern Market cleanup exercise and sensitization campaign served as a model for future initiatives aimed at promoting environmental sustainability and responsible waste management practices in Nigeria. By engaging market traders and the community in the cleanup exercise and providing them with practical tools and knowledge, HBM Nigeria and FABE International Foundation have taken a significant step towards creating a healthier and more sustainable environment for the community.
Key points
- HBM Nigeria partners with FABE International Foundation to promote waste management and environmental awareness at Oyingbo Ultra-Modern Market in Lagos.
- The initiative provided traders with practical training on sorting waste and donated equipment to promote sustainable practices.
- The event received commendation from public-sector stakeholders, highlighting the power of corporate-civil partnerships in promoting environmental sustainability.
