L-R: Staff of Fidelity Bank Plc at the 20th edition of “Walk for Nature”, organised by the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) in partnership with the Bank, at Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo, Lagos, recently.
By Peace Udugba
Fidelity Bank Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to environmental sustainability and climate resilience through its support for environmental education and community-based conservation at the 20th edition of the Walk for Nature held in Lagos.
The event, organised in partnership with the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) and the Lagos State Government, took place on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo, Lagos, with the theme, “Inspired for Climate Action”.
Speaking at the event, Divisional Head, Brand and Communications, Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr. Meksley Nwagboh, described the 20th edition as a demonstration of the importance of sustained partnerships in promoting environmental conservation and responsible environmental practices.
Nwagboh said environmental sustainability remained central to building resilient communities and supporting long-term economic growth, adding that the bank’s commitment extended beyond advocacy to practical initiatives.
“At Fidelity Bank, we recognise that environmental sustainability is integral to building resilient communities and supporting long-term economic growth. Our commitment goes beyond advocacy to practical initiatives that promote cleaner energy, environmental awareness and responsible resource management,” he said.
He listed the bank’s interventions to include support for renewable energy solutions, environmental education, tree-planting programmes, recycling initiatives and community beautification projects.
According to him, the theme of the event underscores the need to translate environmental awareness into concrete actions, urging individuals to conserve resources, reduce waste, plant trees and embrace sustainable lifestyles.
He also commended the NCF and the Lagos State Government for their longstanding collaboration with the bank, stressing that addressing environmental challenges required sustained commitment from both public and private sector stakeholders.
Delivering the keynote address on behalf of Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Permanent Secretary, Office of Environmental Services, Lagos State Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources, Dr. Gaji Omobolaji Tajudeen, emphasised the importance of protecting wetlands, mangroves and waterways to reduce flooding risks.
He disclosed that the state government was targeting the planting of 20,000 trees in 2026 as part of efforts to improve environmental quality and strengthen urban resilience.
Gaji urged residents to take responsibility for environmental protection by disposing of waste properly and adopting environmentally friendly practices.
“Protecting our wetlands, waterways and green spaces is essential to reducing flooding and building a climate-resilient Lagos,” he said.
Also speaking, environmental advocate and Founder of Green Education for the Youth, Chief Olufunso Amosun, urged young people to sustain their commitment to environmental conservation beyond organised events.
He encouraged youths to educate their peers, promote sustainable habits and serve as ambassadors of environmental protection in their communities.
The annual Walk for Nature partnership forms part of Fidelity Bank’s broader environmental sustainability and community development initiatives, aimed at promoting responsible environmental practices through strategic partnerships and stakeholder engagement.
Fidelity Bank Plc is a commercial deposit money bank serving more than 10 million customers through digital banking channels and 255 business offices in Nigeria, as well as its United Kingdom subsidiary, FidBank UK Limited.
The bank has received several local and international awards, including the 2025 Development Bank of Nigeria Innovation Award for MSME support; Best Retail and SME Bank Award from Independent Newspapers; Best Bank for Export and Trade Finance and Most Innovative Bank of the Year at the 2025 BusinessDay Banks and Financial Institutions (BAFI) Awards.
It was also named Nigeria’s Best Private Bank at the 2025 Euromoney Awards and received the Most Improved Commercial Bank of the Year award from Nairametrics, SME Bank of the Year from NewsDirect, and the Straight-Through Processing Excellence Award from Citi Group, among other recognitions.
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