Rotary Club and Oyo ministry honour street sweepers in Ibadan
The Rotary Club of Ibadan Jericho-Metro joined forces with the Oyo State Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources and the George Aid Foundation to celebrate street sweepers in Ibadan. The initiative included a sweeping exercise and food outreach for 100 sweepers, recognizing their efforts in maintaining cleanliness. Bimbola Bodede, President of the Rotary Club, highlighted the importance of environmental sanitation and the positive change in Ibadan’s reputation. Dr Ademola Aderinto, the Commissioner for Environment, praised the effort as supportive of government initiatives.
What we know
- The Rotary Club of Ibadan Jericho-Metro collaborated with the Ministry of Environment and the George Aid Foundation for a street cleaning and food outreach event.
- The exercise covered the State Secretariat road to Bodija Market, with food items distributed at the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources.
- Bimbola Bodede emphasized the global Rotary theme of “The Environment” and appreciated the sweepers’ contributions.
- Dr Ademola Aderinto commended the Rotary Club, stating the initiative complements government efforts to care for those maintaining the environment.
- The event was attended by key figures including Adewumi Adegoke, Samuel Kolawole, Adekunle Are, and Remilekun Olatunji.
