By Gabriel Agbeja
A Non Governmental Organisation (NGO), People, Planet and Peace Foundation, has called for stronger protection of Africa’s coastal communities and ecosystem for environmental sustainability.
Mr Olatunji Francisco, the Lead for Climate Beyond Borders Caravan (CBBC) in Africa and the CBBC Secretary, Nigeria, Miss Olabisi Kumuyi, said this on Friday in Accra, Ghana.
The CBBC, an initiative of the People, Planet and Peace Foundation, is a Pan-African, youth-led initiative, designed to champion climate, cross-border cooperation, and green economic transformation across the continent.
In a statement jointly issued by the two environmentalists on behalf of the foundation, they contended that oceans are part of the earth resources with the capacity to absorb more carbon emission than forests.
The duo, however observed that urban and household waste usually ended up in oceans limiting its ability to absorb carbon while also endangering aquafauna.
‘’As the world marks World Environmental Day 2026, CBBC joins the global movement in amplifying this year`s call for urgent climate action and sustainable environmental solutions.
‘’CBBC reaffirms its commitment to driving climate awareness into meaningful community-level impact through youth engagement, environmental advocacy, and cross-border collaboration across Africa.
‘’The caravan emphasises that protecting the environment requires collective responsibility, local action, and continues efforts towards building climate-resilient communities,’’ they said.
The environmentalists urged all individuals, institutions, and governments to take bold and practical steps towards safeguarding the planet for present and future generations.
‘’We are not only spreading awareness through caravan but also building a movement.
“We are building a movement that encourages people to adopt sustainable practices, protect natural resources, and become active participants in creating a greener and more resilient future, ” they said.
According to them, the CBBC stands for unity, bringing together young people, communities, leaders, artists, and environmental advocates across nations to raise awareness and inspire action on climate change and environmental- sustainability.
‘’Let us renew our commitment to environmental stewardship, planting trees, reducing waste, conserving energy, protecting our ecosystems, and educating others about the importance of caring for our plant,’’ they said.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the theme for WED 2026 is ‘’Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future.’’ (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
Edited by Benson Ezugwu/Rotimi Ijikanmi
