NGX Integrates Environmental Sustainability Into Community Action To Boost Cleanup Drive

Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group) Plc has reinforced its commitment to environmental sustainability through a community cleanup exercise.

The exercise carried out at in Lagos, was held in commemoration of World Environment Day 2026 in partnership with the Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) and the Recyclers Association of Nigeria (RAN).

The activity brought together employee volunteers from NGX Group and representatives of both partner organisations to promote responsible waste management, environmental awareness, and community engagement.

Beyond supporting cleaner public spaces and encouraging proper disposal practices, it provided staff with an opportunity to contribute directly to environmental and community causes, reflecting the Group’s commitment to employee volunteering and responsible corporate citizenship.

Consistent with NGX Group’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) framework, the cleanup forms part of the Group’s Environmental Pillar, which promotes responsible environmental practices within its operations and across the wider community through recycling, awareness, and sustainability-focused interventions.

Speaking on the initiative, head, Group Communications and Partnerships, NGX Group, Clifford Akpolo said, “at NGX Group, sustainability is not just a responsibility; it is fundamental to our vision of creating long-term value.

This cleanup exercise reflects our commitment to translating that vision into action by supporting environmental stewardship within the communities where we operate.

“Through our collaboration with LAWMA and RAN, we are helping to promote responsible waste management while demonstrating the value of collective action in addressing environmental challenges. Sustainable development requires broad participation, and we are proud to contribute meaningfully to that effort.”

Akpolo noted that collaboration between the private sector and public agencies plays an important role in strengthening waste management and recycling systems while fostering greater environmental awareness within communities.
As a leading market infrastructure group, NGX Group continues to integrate Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles across its operations and stakeholder engagements, demonstrating its commitment to sustainable development, long-term value creation, and positive impact within the communities it serves.