Customs Officers Wives Plant 1,000 Trees in Kebbi State

On Thursday, the Customs Officers Wives Association (COWA) Kebbi State chapter initiated a tree planting exercise, contributing 100 trees to a nationwide campaign aimed at planting 1,000 trees across Nigeria. The chairperson of COWA, Kikelomo Adeiniyi, described the initiative as a significant step towards securing a healthier environment for future generations.

She emphasized that planting trees is just the beginning and highlighted the need for proper care to ensure their growth and benefits. Additionally, the association donated 12 large dustbins to the Kebbi area command to enhance waste disposal, particularly for plastic waste management.

The chairperson acknowledged the leadership of Comptroller M.M. Ibrahim for supporting the program and urged stakeholders and residents to collectively protect the environment.

The event drew senior customs officers and reiterated the importance of community participation in environmental conservation.