International Breweries Plc Leads Responsible Beverage Service Training to Curb Harmful Alcohol Use in Nigeria
Port Harcourt, Rivers State – [27th July 2023] – Today, the Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) training was held at the Pakiri Hotel, Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The training, spearheaded by International Breweries Plc, aimed at promoting responsible alcohol service among hotel, restaurant, and bar owners in order to reduce the harmful effects of alcohol in Nigeria.
Fifty-eight participants gathered at the venue to gain valuable knowledge and skills on implementing responsible beverage service practices in their establishments. This timely initiative aimed to address crucial aspects, including basic RBS concepts, an overview of the RBS program, the positive and negative effects of alcohol, as well as essential skills to protect customers from alcohol-related harms. Additionally, participants were educated about local laws and house policies for the safe sale and service of alcohol.
The training was conducted by IBPlc’s implementing partner for the RBS program, New Nigeria Foundation (NNF). The sessions were facilitated by NNF staff, Bunmi Olatunde and Fred Nwogu, who guided the participants throughout the sessions.
Anietie Micheal, the Managing Director of Quality Bar and Restaurant, expressed his appreciation for the initiative, stating, “I am learning for the first time that sales establishments should avoid selling alcohol to minors and pregnant women because of the harmful effects it has on them.”
The RBS training proved to be impactful, as participants shared their insights and feedback. Gbarayorks Nobleman, Manager at New Las Vegas Bar, praised the training for providing comprehensive ideas to prevent the harmful effects of alcohol, such as pacing drinks to intoxicated patrons, suggesting alternatives to intoxicated customers, and refusing service to those who intend to drive.
Mr. Fred Nwogu of New Nigeria Foundation Facilitating.
Dandyson Lolokama, Manager at Precious Foods, Bar, and Restaurant, announced his immediate action after the training, saying, “One of the first steps I will take is to develop a responsible beverage service policy for my establishment.” Joyce Chinaza, Manager at De-Yellow Bar, expressed how the training had changed her perception of intoxicated patrons, providing valuable insights on how to support and ensure their safe journey home. She also pledged to introduce incident and refusal log books in her establishment.
The participants called for more of such training sessions for their colleagues, appreciating International Breweries Plc for sponsoring the commendable initiative.
The Responsible Beverage Service Program was launched in Port Harcourt on Wednesday, 26th July 2023 by International Breweries Plc. At the launch, Temiope Oguntokun, Corporate Affairs and Legal Director at International Breweries Plc, urged the public to serve alcohol responsibly by avoiding excessive consumption, binge drinking, and the sale of alcohol to minors and pregnant women.
International Breweries Plc remains committed to its mission of fostering a culture of smart drinking in Nigeria. Such initiatives are pivotal to ensuring the well-being and safety of consumers of their products and the broader community.
For more information on the Responsible Beverage Service program and future training sessions, please visit the International Breweries Plc website, or New Nigeria Foundation’s Stanley Nyeche @ Stanley Nyeche <stanbizng@gmail.com>.
Bunmi Olatunde of New Nigeria Foundation facilitating
Cross-section of Media Practitioners and New Nigeria Foundation Team representing International Breweries Plc.
By Smith Nwokocha
The Roundtable on “Responsible Beverage Service-RBS-: The Role of the Media in Influencing Positive Drinking Culture)”, facilitated by Bunmi Olatunde (Deputy Director, New Nigeria Foundation-NNF) under the Sponsorship of International Breweries (proudly part of ABInBev). Held at Swiss Spirit Hotel, Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The objectives are focused on sensitizing the Media about Responsible Beverage Services Programme and its importance to the Public and also explore collaborative opportunities with the Media. These were well achieved, as the Traditional and New Media were well represented, including members and executives of NAWOJ and NUC and other Media practitioners were in attendance.
There was a brief overview of the Responsible Beverage Service Programme and the importance of promoting the Programme through the Media; it was facilitated by Mr. Fred Nwogu (Senior Manager-Partnership) of New Nigeria Foundation (NNF) and it was an eye-opening Session for Media practitioners. He talked about how Beer brings people together, it’s part of our culture and communities. Beer drinking happens in special moments and events, though beer contains alcohols which can be harmful to the body, when overconsumed.
International Breweries Plc is committed to ensuring that the aspiration of the United Nations (UN) and World Health Organization (W.H.O) to reduce harmful use of alcohol globally. In contributing to this, International Breweries launched the Global Smart Drinking Goals Campaign and implements the Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Programme. Some data on the harmful use of alcohol globally (source: ABInBev RBS Toolkit) shows that 3million deaths occur yearly, 200+ diseases and injuries with harmful use of alcohol as casual factor among other details.
Mr. Fred, emphaisized that, there is need to Promote Responsible Beverage Service in Nigerian Hospitality Industry, as a way of engaging and sensitizing the Sales outlets, not necessarily the Consumers, the focus is on the sellers, if gotten right, harmful alcohol in-take, overconsumption of alcohol, underage drinking, alcohol-impaired driving fatality, and binge drinking will reduce minimally. The desired intermediate outcome of RBS Programme; Increased knowledge, change in attitudes, shift in personal norms and perceived social norms, improved self-efficacy. Having such an awareness will not only enable the Media partners sensitize the public, also their immediate family will gain from staying away from harmful consumption of alcohol. tis robust conversation that was beneficial to both parties.
In conclusion, Mr. Fred, said; “Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) is an intervention programme that supports alcohol service staff working in establishments like hotels, bars, restaurants, super-hybrid markets and liquor stores in preventing sales to minors and pregnant women, reducing underage drinking, binge drinking, and drunk driving” and we should note: “The Nigerian Regulation Standard Drinking of Beer is 5%”.
Mr. Fred Nwogu of New Nigeria Foundation Facilitating a Session on an Overview of the Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Programme.
Key Targets of International Breweries Plc’s Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Programme, facilitated by Bunmi Olatunde of New Nigeria Foundation (NNF). She highlighted issues on Alcohol and Pregnancy. She equally emphasized on how alcohol is harmful to the unborn babies. Hence, the slogan: “Support a healthy start, don’t sell alcohol to expectant mothers”. Some of the key messages includes; 1. The placenta does not protect a baby from alcohol. 2. Any amount of alcohol a mother drinks, the baby drinks. 3. There is no safe amount or time to drink alcohol during pregnancy. 4. Women who are pregnant or planning a pregnancy should not drink alcohol.
Alcohol and Minor: In Madam Bunmi’s words, young people are still developing their mental strength to make good decisions and their brains do not interpret risks, the same way Adults does. So, the minors end up in harmful behaviours like; injury, which includes assaults most times, and road accidents in some cases. Alcohol poisoning, blackout, vomiting, unwanted and unsafe sex, arguing and fighting, destroying important relationships. Hence, the slogan: “Uphold the law. Don’t sell or give alcohol to minor”.
Alcohol and Drivers: International Breweries is working in partnership with Federal Road Safety Corp (FRSC) to manage drivers in order to curb the harmful use of alcohol among drivers and road users. Hence, the slogan: “Keep the roads safe. Don’t drink and drive”.
Responsibilities of Alcohol Outlets: Sales outlets plays very important role in reducing harmful use of alcohol and can promote responsible drinking through the adoption of responsible beverage service practices that includes: 1. Age verification 2. Responsible service training 3. Limiting sales quantity 4. Adopt smart drinking practices 5. Display of signages 6. Information and Education 7. Offering alternatives and 8. Compliance with Regulations.
Story Ideas: This can be achieved through interviews, Feature story in the month of July to October and November and December for evaluation.
Madam Bunmi Olatunde facilitating a Session on Key Targets of International Breweries Plc Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Programme.
Interactive Session: Collaborative Approaches for Responsible Beverage Service Promotion; Opportunities and Collaboration, topical RBS issues that can be published and discussed monthly among other things with media partners.
Closing Remarks and Vote of Thanks: Bertrand Mayuku of New Nigeria Foundation, reiterated the importance of media’s role in shaping responsible drinking culture and thanked all media practitioners present for showing commitment, their contribution(s) and participation within short-notice. Looking forward for more engagement and partnership with the media team.
On Wednesday 28 June 2023, Fossil Free South Africa, the SA campaign for fossil fuel divestment and sustainable reinvestment, launched a new campaign urging the City of Cape Town to implement a comprehensive ban on fossil fuel advertising, branding and sponsorship in the city.
The campaign launched via a webinar hosted by fossil ad ban campaigner, Dean Bhebhe, with contributions from climate activists across Africa and international ad ban campaigners.
The rapidly worsening climate crisis – primarily driven by use of fossil fuels – makes it vital to stop fossil fuel companies greenwashing themselves into continued public acceptance through cynical spending on CSR, advertising and sponsorships.
Society still depends on fossil fuels in many instances, but there’s no need to actively promote their use or allow fossil fuel companies free reign for their greenwashing efforts. Despite their claims to support climate action, in 2021, for example, S hell spent only 1.5% of
In 2022, the oil and gas industry spent just 1% of capital expenditure on low-carbon technologies (IEA).*
First African ad ban campaign
The Cape Town launch marked the first city on the African continent to join a growing number globally where active campaigns are underway to ban fossil fuel advertising. Some cities, such as Stockholm and Amsterdam, have already adopted measures to implement local bans, while France has adopted a nationwide ban.
The City of Cape Town, as a member of C40 Cities, a global network of mayors taking urgent action to confront the climate crisis, already possesses a well-developed climate policy framework that makes a fossil fuel advertising ban a logical next step.
Climate activist Lorraine Chiponda opened the webinar by painting a picture of the “dash for gas” by fossil fuel companies and developed nations currently underway across the African continent. Methane gas contributes to about 80 times more global warming than carbon dioxide over 20 years, illustrating that energy majors are not aligned to international standards for climate action, such as the Paris Agreement.
The uptick in fossil gas extraction, mostly destined for export to Europe in light of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, would result in displaced communities, polluted ecosystems and worsening climate change impacts. Historical experience of oil extraction in the Niger delta and other places has shown local communities benefit little from job creation or energy access, instead suffering from dire environmental consequences.
Fossil fuel use is now a guaranteed inequality multiplier, enriching elites who seek cover under claims of economic development and purported concern for jobs and the poor.
Clean Creatives South Africa’s Stephen Horn illustrated how fossil fuel advertising slows down climate action through the use of deceptive greenwashing, and showed many local examples. Clean Creatives is a global movement asking advertising and PR agencies to decline future work with fossil fuels, with over 600 agencies on board so far.
International precedents
International fossil ad ban campaigners shared their experiences in mounting local campaigns, including Rosanne Rootert from Reclame Fossielvrij (Netherlands), and Belinda Noble of Comms Declare (Australia).
Rootert showed how a fossil ad ban is a climate action social tipping point intervention, saying: “Once you have measures such as [a fossil ad ban] it makes other measures that have to be taken easier.”
Noble explained how using a health focused approach to the campaign in Sydney won public support. The Comms Declare campaign made use of doctors to make the link between fossil fuel use and air pollution. A Harvard study found that fossil fuel pollution causes about 1 in 5 premature deaths globally.
Cape Town fossil fuel advertising ban campaigner Dean Bhebhe said: “It’s time to ban fossil fuel advertising and sponsorship. The false solutions presented by fossil fuel advertisements is a dangerous and short sighted ambition that will undermine the continent’s development and growth. The Just Transition to renewable energy has never been more crucial, as the climate crisis and its impacts threaten the African continent and its people.”
Fossil Free SA’s lead coordinator, David Le Page, said: “Most people still don’t realise that we are in a war with the fossil fuel industry for our futures – they’re destroying our world and our health – and it’s past time to put a comprehensive stop to their propaganda.”
Brandon Abdinor, Acting Head: Pollution and Climate Change Programme, Centre for Environmental Rights, who attended the launch webinar, said: “This is an important and timely initiative that will highlight the urgency of the climate crisis and the links it has with the ongoing combustion of fossil fuels. It is high time that the social licence enjoyed by fossil fuel companies is challenged in every way possible.”
A glimpse at the waterside in the community filled with fuel…
ACN conducted a study with GGF funding on the impact of natural gas on the population of logbaba which houses a gas plant. it appears that this locality is affected on the health plan by the pulmonary diseases resulting from the atmospheric pollution due to the particles released in the environment in Provence from this power plant. also the waste that is dumped in nature pollutes the water table and you can see water wells with fuel on the surface of the water. The populations have also complained of eye diseases resulting from the effects of this gas plant.
Gas and oil exploitation in Cameroon has significant impacts on the environment of local communities. These impacts can be divided into several categories :
Water Pollution: Oil exploration and extraction activities can lead to leaks of oil and chemicals into waterways and groundwater, which pollutes the drinking water of local communities. This can have serious consequences for human health, especially for the populations that depend on these water sources for their daily consumption.
Land degradation: Oil exploitation often requires the construction of roads, pipelines and industrial facilities, which leads to deforestation and the destruction of natural habitats. This can have a negative impact on local biodiversity, threatening the animal and plant species that depend on these ecosystems.
Air pollution: Gas and oil activities also produce polluting emissions such as carbon dioxide, methane and fine particles. These pollutants contribute to global warming and can cause respiratory problems in local populations.
Impact on livelihoods: Local communities that depend on agriculture, fishing or pastoralism may have their livelihoods affected by gas and oil exploitation. Water pollution and land degradation can reduce agricultural productivity and the availability of natural resources, which leads to a decrease in income and food security.
Social conflicts: Gas and oil exploitation can also lead to social tensions within local communities. Land disputes, insufficient compensation for land use and human rights violations are all problems that can lead to conflicts between oil companies, governments and local communities.
It is important that oil companies take into account these environmental impacts during their exploitation activities in Cameroon. Appropriate mitigation measures must be put in place to minimize these negative effects on the environment and local communities, while promoting sustainable development in the region.
“Africa Movement Building Community/Space” is totally disappointed at this development at a time like this, when there is efforts across African Continent and the Global South at large, as they are consciously shifting towards Renewable Energy Transition.
The “Don’t Gas Africa” Team is not happy with this development and efforts will be made to hold Polluters accountable.
Polluted Mess caused by the Gas Industry in Cameroon
An Interactive Session with Security Agencies and Other Stakeholders by Civil Rights Council-CRC, Human Rights department of Social Action.
Welcome Address by the Acting Executive Director of Social Action Madam Mercy Anino Atsekurubu of Social Development Integrated Center (Social Action). In her address, she welcomed the Guests, Participants in the special occasion of engaging the CSOs and Security Agencies.
She appreciates the impact of the Movement of the Human Rights Defenders that metarmorphosed to Civil Rights Council widely spread across Nigeria. Furthermore, she noted, while Citizens lament increasing rate of infringement on their fundamental rights, Security Operatives on the hand, are often exposed to operational hazards.
Acting ED of Social Action (Madam Mercy Anino Artsekurubu)
Finally, the ED of Social Action emphasized that, these issues are product of lack of trust, understanding and cooperation by members of the public and Law enforcement agencies. We believe that the outcome of the meeting will help shape conversation and engagement that will yield results in terms of mutual trust and relationship among all stakeholders.
Remarks from the Project Officer (Social Action), Arochukwu Paul Ogbonna Esq. He emphasized on that the essence of the Session is to build synergy and working relationship between Civil Societies and the Security Agencies and of course the Citizens.
Project Officer of Social Action and National Coordinator of Civil Rights Council-CRC (Arochukwu Paul Ogbonna (Esq)
The Moderator of session Mr. Ken Henshaw (Executive Director of We The People), was very articulate in marshalling out questions and provided recommendations when needed.
Mr. Ken Henshaw (Executive Director of We The People).. Moderator..
Security Experts and Special Guests which includes Citizens and participants.Security agencies represented at the interactive session. Represented by the Nigerian Police Force is SP Ismailia Yahaya, N.S.C.D.C was represented by ASC Ijabor Okpa, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency represented by Esther Ozuronda, EFCC represented by N.A Dodo and Mr. Young Tamuno of National Orientation Agency.
From Left.. NDLEA Rep, NPF Rep, EFCC Rep, NSCDC Rep, CRC Rep and NOA
An Event organized by Social Action and Civil Rights Council Nigeria with support from Rosa Luxemburg Stiftung Hamburg #StakeholdersEngagement #stakeholdersmeeting @Algate Hotel, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
Welcome Address by the Executive Director of Community Initiative for Enhanced Peace and Development. CIEPD on the Debriefing Meeting Held on 27/06/2023
Dear Royal Fathers, distinguished candidates in the last election from various political, parties, state security actors, non-security state actors, and media personnel, ladies and gentlemen,
It is a great pleasure for me to welcome you to this debriefing meeting.
I am very grateful to you all for taking time off from your busy schedule to attend this important meeting.
I am especially honored to welcome you all to this meeting. But more especially we want to thank PIND Foundation for collaborating with us on this project- the “Collaborative Election Violence Prevention and Mitigation Project in Rivers State”. We also want to thank the election partners who have been with us through this process- the Community Stakeholders Network (CSN) the Peace Monitors and our Situation Room Partners-ANPEZ and The Peoples Advocate. Not just for being part of the program but for being also present in this meeting.
Executive Director, Community Initiative For Enhanced Peace and Development (Mrs. Egondu Esinwoke-Ogbalor)
Our Special thanks also go to the Candidates who signed our peace accord. (Please can you stand up for recognition?) You are our non-violence heros.
Community Initiative for Enhanced Peace and Development (CIEPD) is a Non –governmental, not-for-profit organization duly registered with Corporate Affairs Commission and also has statutory special consultative status with United Nations and also Economic Community of West Africa Commission (ECOWAS).
The main thrust of CIEPD work is on Peace building and Conflict Prevention. As an organization with a focus on Peace building and conflict Prevention, Election has become equally important to us. The reason being that Elections are key for fostering peace and stability and are often, as a result, one of the central elements of peace deals and transitional political accords. However, our emphasis has always been on electoral violence while others monitor the electoral process, we focus on electoral violence. In the 2015 election cycle, CIEPD with its Election partners ANPEZ, The People’s Advocate, and others conducted its first non–violence election program apart from tracking and de-escalation of electoral violence, we produced a verbatim unique report. This was self-funded by CIEPD and its election partners and even since we have not looked back. That same year we also conducted an election debriefing meeting in Gokana Local Government Area.
With the 2023 election, the Collaborative Election Violence Prevention and Mitigation Project in Rivers State, our activities have been segmented into pre, during, and post-election activities because we don’t see the election as an event.
Of course, everyone sees reason for pre-election activities, it set the tone for D-day which is the election day, and the logic is that if the whole place is engulfed with violence there will not be any D-day for us. So this shows you how important pre–election conflict prevention and mitigation activities are.
For during which is D-day, we all know the importance of a peaceful voting process.
Cross-section of participants
However, in post-election conflict prevention and mitigation activities, I remember a participant we invited to this activity telling me to let bygones be bygones, the election has come and gone, we should let it just go. Apart from de-escalating the incidents that can mar governance, following the announcement of election results, electoral stakeholders should initiate evaluations of the past electoral cycle in order to identify areas that need improvement. So I call on all security sector agencies, media, and other CSO to join hands with CIEPD in evaluating the infrastructures for peace for subsequent more peaceful elections
Although this meeting may be therapeutic for some – who might want to use this opportunity to vent their anger and frustration with the electoral process (is allowed) but more importantly for us is to evaluate the electoral peace infrastructure and set agenda for a better peace process for the next cycle of the election.
Once again on behalf of the board and management of Community Initiative for Enhanced Peace and Development, we welcome you.
Thank you for coming.
Egondu Esinwoke-Ogbalor
During the Election Debriefing, Barr.Everest Nwankwo said: “The Election took 10 steps forward, but we took 7 steps backward. So, we coming out well. The outcome of the conversation will form an Action Document.
Dr. Joseph Ekong of StakeholderDemocracy Network (SDN): He emphasized that CSOs should not work in silo, but we should come together and create a common ground for prompt interventions. collaboration enhances results.
Niger Delta Development Commission(NDDC) Rep.. Mr. Gold Michael gave his Goodwill message and appreciates the Organizers and participants alike.
Foundation For Partnership Initiative inthe Niger Delta-(PIND) Rep.. There are over 100 languages spoken in the Niger Delta region, there is also large reserves of Natural resources, of course there is Communal tension and conflict because of these resources. PIND appreciates specially CIEPD for gathering Experts, the Media, Security Operatives, trained Peace Monitors that ensure the success of the preceded Election and for inviting INEC, Security Agencies, Citizens and CSOs to deliberate on the Post Electoral circle. PIND will continue to support CIEPD.
PIND Rep
Niyi Lawal of CIEPD; The essence of Electoral Debriefing is for experience sharing, particularly about the outcome of the last Election and to share best practices and see how issues arising can be mitigated. While, we listen to the lessons and good news of what happened.
INEC Rep: The PRO from the PublicRelations Affairs Department INEC RiversState.Geraldine, says: “INEC conducted a Peaceful Election in Rivers State, irrespective of the outcome, and the Electoral Tribunal is on going to review the outcome of the preceded General Election.
INEC RepCommissioner of Police Rivers State Command Rep
The Commissioner of Police Rivers StateCommand, ably represented by the Deputy Public Relations Officer; in his remark, the Nigeria Police Force promise to work together with the Civil Society organizations and INEC, for peaceful elections, while maintaining order and protecting Lives of the citizens inclusive.
The Nigeria Security and Civil DefenceCorps (NSCDC), representing the RiversState Command; the Officer said, Peace is the watchword of the Corp and they will continue to work together with all relevant stakeholders for peaceful elections, during the after election.
NSCDC Rivers State Command Rep
NAWOJ (Female Journalists):representedby the National VicePresident (Mrs. Lilian Okonkwo-Ogabu) . She appreciates CIEPD for training members of NAWOJ as Peace Monitors for the preceded Election and they observed the Election very well and contributed to the peaceful elections in Rivers State.
NAWOJ National Vice President (Mrs Lilian Okonkwo-Ogabu)
Panel Session that had the line up of Panelists made up of Lawyers, Journalists, Civil Rights Activists etc. Barr. Everest Nwankwo, Chief Mrs. Constance Meju, Dr. Prince Eze, Carl Orakwe, Barr. Nsirimovu C. to share their experiences to guide Stakeholders and form part of the Action Document.
Panelists
Syndicate Session/Group Tasks and presentation among participants and it was an engaging exercise and resourceful. Lastly, the ED of CIEPD gave a sounding vote of thanks, were she appreciates the funders PIND, the Peace Monitors, security agencies, the Media, including People with Special Need (Disabled Community) present at the Electoral Debriefing and of course the participants.
Press Release: Don’t Gas Africa reacts to Senegal’s climate finance deal
Campaign group Don’t Gas Africa has raised concerns about the $2.5 billion deal signed yesterday by Senegal at the Summit for New Global Financing Pact taking place in Paris. France.
The Senegal deal, called the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP), brings together Senegal, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, and the European Union in a pact to boost the West African country’s investment in renewable energy.
While this partnership is commendable, we find that Clause 7 of JETP is suspect and detrimental to global efforts to transition from fossil fuels to clean and sustainable energy forms.
The specific clause reads: “Senegal intends to use its natural gas resources as a transitional energy in the perspective of a low-carbon and climate change resilient socio-economic development leading to a significant decrease in emissions compared to the baseline scenario (BAU) of the energy sector as defined in the 2020 NDC, through a gradual phase- out of heavy fuel oils.”
Consequently, we wish to say as follows:
Bhekumuzi Dean Bhebhe, a campaigner at Don’t Gas Africa:
“This is unacceptable. If implemented in the current design, the deal will lock Senegal in a trap of fossil-fuel dependence. Claiming to use natural gas as a “transitional fuel” is shocking. Gas is not a “transition” fuel. Gas is not green. Gas is not clean.’’
“It is vital that Senegal does not get shackled to outdated fossil fuel infrastructure. This will be a waste of investment. Instead, we need to pump more money into renewables as the energy of the future.’’
Mohamed Adow of Power Shift Africa, said:
‘‘This is an outrageous position coming from a former colonial master and shows how
Macron is using his economic might to dictate energy policies in Africa for the benefit of the
West. Rather than being Europe’s gas station, Africa needs investments to facilitate its transition to renewables. Africa did not use landline phone technology to transition to mobile technology. Instead, it leapfrogged that old technology. Europeans burning gas, whether in Europe or elsewhere in the world, will only accelerate the climate crisis in Africa. What Africa needs is Europe to decarbonise immediately. France may no longer be a colonial master, but Macron’s actions show that he continues to pull strings in Africa from Paris.’’
About DGA
DGA is a campaign led by African civil society to rid the continent of fossil gas production. The campaign pushes for energy equity and an end to energy apartheid that has left 600 million Africans without access to modern, clean renewable energy. Supported by allies across the world, DGA works to compel governments to serve interests of the people rather than corporate fossil fuel polluters.
Ms. Glory Shirley Ogbuegbu, the Executive Director of Glow Initiative For Economic Empowerment made a powerful remark to express her excitement as her Team in the City of Port Harcourt carried out the campaign on Saving Biodiversity in Rivers State, led by the Team Lead Mr. Smith Nwokocha.
Glow Initiative For Economic Empowerment Team, Port Harcourt
It was a huge success. In the ED’s remark she said: “This made me so happy. For a city dealing daily with soot our team made a real difference in the city of porthacourt last week. Kudos to the Glow Initiative for Economic Empowerment and team in Porthacourt led by Smith Nwokocha for the successful implementation of the Save Biodiversity project.
Clean Up Exercise at Elekahia Market Port Harcourt
The goal is to raise awareness on the dangers to local biodiversity within the cities. We must give nature a chance to thrive.
Clean Up of Rumukalagbor Street, Port Harcourt.
2) We planted trees in:
-secondary schools -community common areas!
3) Educated 1000 students from 3 secondary schools (Government Comprehensive Secondary School, Borikiri, Port Harcourt, Archdeacon Brown Educational Centre-ABEC Group of Schools, Woji, Port Harcourt, and Woodville School, Stadium Road, Port Harcourt, Rivers State) on the importance of biodiversity protection and the role planting trees!
Students of Government Comprehensive Secondary School Borikiri planting Trees to curb Black Soot in Rivers State🌴Planting of Trees 🌴 Exercise at Archdeacon Brown Educational Centre-ABEC Group of Schools to protect the EnvironmentStudents of Woodville School Port Harcourt, planting Trees to preserve biodiversity 🌴in Rivers State
How cool is that?
The Save Biodiversity in Porthacourt Project is the brainchild of #Glow #Initiative and supported by Access Bank PLC.
Plant a tree in your backyard today and remember to reuse and recycle your plastic wastes.#
Some Members of GLEE
The Team Lead (Mr. Smith Nwokocha 🟢⭕), appreciates the efforts of the Founder of Glow Initiative For Economic Empowerment (Ms. Glory Shirley Ogbuegbu), the Project Lead (Mr. Wilfred Okeke), The Executive Director of ABRC Group of Schools (Mrs. Ibim Semenitari), The Proprietress of Woodville School (Mrs. Nnennanya Udochu), The Head Teacher of Government Comprehensive Secondary School, Borikiri (Mr. Desh Cookey) and The Chairman of Elekahia International Market, Port Harcourt (Mr. Census) and of course, the untiring Team members and Volunteers.
Students of Government Comprehensive Secondary School Borikiri Port Harcourt with GLEE TeamArchdeacon Brown Educational Centre-ABEC Group of Schools students with Team GLEESome students of Woodville School Port HarcourtTeam Leader: Mr. Smith Nwokocha (Climate Reality Leader/Actor)
Celebrating 60th anniversary of the establishment of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU), now the African Union (AU) with Africans in the continent and around the world. AfCFTA is our future
We are planning to Host World Environment Day 🌎✊ on Twitter Space to find ways to end the impact of Climate Change, which includes ending the era of Fossil Fuel, and beating polluters, holding them accountable, while we Advocate for Defund Climate Chaos, holding Banks financing fossil fuel accountable as well. Join us on Twitter Space with the link. https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1vOxwMqymqoGB (@NWOKOCHASMITHC)
Host Organizer: Smith Nwokocha, Climate Reality Leader 🟢, Global Citizen ⭕
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