Disturbed by the devastating effects of climate change, especially windstorm, erosion and heat, the Jos Electricity Distribution Company (JED) has launched a tree planting campaign around schools in the Bauchi metropolis.
Speaking after planting of trees at the Kobi Primary School on Thursday, the JED State Operating Officer in Bauchi, Dr. Ibrahim Abubakar Danbatta, said that the electric firm has decided to channel some of its corporate social responsibilities (CSR) to addressing climate change by planting trees to protect the environment.
According to him, trees have been planted in schools to show the young generations the importance of trees in combating the negative impact of climate change.
JED Plc also distributed writing materials to pupils at Kobi Primary School in Bauchi metropolis while cautioning them on the danger of toying with electric appliances around them.
Danbatta added that the firm has also carried out safety awareness campaigns in different communities within the franchise states of Bauchi, Benue, Gombe and Plateau.
He charged other well to do organisations and individuals to inculcate the habit of giving back to the society that has contributed to their growth. “Find a way, no matter how little it is, give back to society.”
Also, the head master of the School, Garba Bappa Turaki, lauded the Disco for its contribution to the environment and education of the young generations. According to him, “we have not seen any organisation or agency that has considered this school for a tree planting campaign.
“We are glad that the JED has chosen this school to benefit from their CSR. We assured them we are going to nurture these trees and take ownership.”
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