Kaduna, May 28, 2026 — A non-governmental organisation, Bridge That Gap Initiative (BTG), has intensified efforts to build environmentally aware young leaders in Kaduna State through its Green Savers Club programme, aimed at promoting climate education and action among schoolchildren.
The Executive Director of BTG, Ms. Gloria Bulus, disclosed this in an interview on Thursday in Kaduna, noting that the initiative is designed to equip students with the knowledge and leadership skills needed to address environmental challenges in their communities.
According to her, the programme began in 2022 with a single school but has since expanded into a growing network of young environmental advocates across the state.
She added that the organisation is expanding the initiative in 2026 with a target of 10 schools, as part of its broader mission to nurture climate-conscious future leaders.
So far, four Green Savers Clubs have been established in schools within Kaduna North and Chikun Local Government Areas, including YMCA Nursery and Primary School, Sabo Tasha; Government Girls Secondary School, Independence Way; Baptist Model School, Ungwan Boro; and Ansar-Ud-Deen College, Abeokuta Street, Kano Road.
Bulus explained that the clubs are designed to integrate climate education into school learning environments, allowing students to understand environmental issues and take practical steps toward addressing them.
She said the approach ensures that young people are exposed early to environmental responsibility, helping them grow into leaders capable of driving sustainability efforts.
She also noted that the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) developed a Climate Change Children and Youth Action Manual to support the programme.
The manual, she said, provides structured learning materials, introducing children aged five to 10 to basic climate concepts through interactive methods, while offering deeper training and leadership development for those aged 11 to 17.
Bulus revealed that more than 250 students have already joined the initiative through the existing clubs, with plans to reach at least 1,000 students across 10 schools by the end of 2026.
She added that BTG also plans to integrate its “Earth Lungs Project” into the clubs, focusing on tree planting, maintenance, and environmental restoration activities.
According to her, trees play a critical role in improving air quality, protecting biodiversity, and strengthening climate resilience.
As part of the project, the organisation will introduce a Tree Logbook to help students track the growth and care of seedlings they plant, ensuring long-term monitoring and sustainability.
Bulus said the initiative will also encourage community participation in tree planting efforts to promote shared responsibility for environmental protection.
She further explained that the project aims to improve biodiversity, restore ecosystems, and support wildlife habitats while contributing to cleaner air and healthier communities.
Bulus emphasised that schools remain central to climate action efforts, noting that young people are already playing an active role in environmental protection through the initiative.
She added that the combined impact of the Green Savers Clubs and the Earth Lungs Project is expected to strengthen environmental awareness and inspire sustained action across communities in Kaduna State.