Oluremi Tinubu urges Nigerians to reduce food waste

The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has urged Nigerians to reduce food waste and adopt sustainable practices to protect the environment.

Tinubu made the call in a message marking the 2026 World Cleanup Day, observed on Sunday with the theme, “From Clean Plates to Clean Cities.”

She said the focus on food waste was particularly important as climate change, conflicts and other global challenges continued to disrupt food production and supply.

“This year’s focus on food waste is particularly important at a time when climate change, conflicts, and other global challenges continue to disrupt food production and supply,” she said.

The First Lady urged Nigerians to become more responsible in how they purchase, prepare, consume, and preserve food.

“I encourage households, businesses, and communities to reduce food waste, dispose of refuse properly, and adopt more sustainable practices that protect our environment,” she added.

Tinubu said collective efforts were needed to build cleaner and healthier communities for present and future generations.

“Through our collective efforts, we can build cleaner, healthier communities for present and future generations,” she said.

Nathaniel Shaibu is a correspondent at The PUNCH with three years of professional journalism experience. He covers the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), civil society, religion, and the Ministries of Women Affairs and Youth Development. In addition to his primary beats, Nathaniel also reports on politics, metro, security, and judicial matters, bringing clarity and balance to a wide range of public-interest stories. His work reflects hands-on newsroom experience, strong beat knowledge, and a commitment to accurate, responsible journalism.

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