World Oceans Day 2025: A Week of Impact and Awareness
World Oceans Day, observed annually on June 8, served as a global call to celebrate the life-sustaining power of our oceans and take bold steps toward their protection. For 2025, we proudly extended the celebration into a full week of engaging activities held from June 4 to June 8. The events were centered on raising awareness, inspiring meaningful action, and deepening our collective commitment to ocean conservation.
The theme for this year, “Sustainable Fishing Means More,” highlighted the urgent need for responsible management of our marine resources.
Meeting with Community Members & Fishermen at Makoko, Lagos
Lekan Bakare Foundation engaged community members and fishermen at Makoko, Lagos, during the World Oceans Day 2025 celebration, promoting waterway safety, sustainable fishing, and marine conservation through interactive discussions and awareness outreach.
Objectives
Raise Awareness:
Educate the public on the importance of the oceans, lagoons, and rivers conservation and the threats facing marine ecosystems. Highlight the impacts of pollution, overfishing, and climate change.
Encourage Action:
Motivate individuals and organisations to adopt sustainable practices that reduce human impact on oceans. Promote responsible plastic use, sustainable seafood, and eco-friendly policies.
Strengthen Partnerships:
Foster collaboration between governments, businesses, NGOs, and communities for ocean protection. Enhance resource sharing and policy development. Unite efforts for greater impact.
Celebrate The Marine Culture:
Showcase the cultural, economic, and social significance of the oceans, lagoon, and rivers through art, storytelling, and traditions. Highlight traditional ocean-based livelihoods and their sustainability.
Event Activities
Tuesday June 3rd - Friday 6th, 2025: Community & Fishermen Outreach/Workshop
The 2025 World Oceans Day celebration kicked off with an in-person community outreach and workshop held across coastal communities nationwide. Local fishermen received eco-friendly fishing gear and training on sustainable practices, while experts shared traditional knowledge to support marine conservation. The event empowered participants with tools and insights to protect ocean life while sustaining their livelihoods.
Tuesday 3rd - Friday 6th, June 2025: Nationwide School Outreach & Ocean/Lagoon/River Literacy Workshops.
As part of the 2025 World Oceans Day Week, a nationwide school engagement program was implemented in two schools per state across Nigeria’s geo-political zones. Students received educational materials and participated in interactive workshops on ocean, lagoon, and river conservation. The initiative promoted ocean literacy, marine biodiversity awareness, and the effects of pollution, while also featuring tree planting activities. This program empowered young minds to champion environmental sustainability within their communities.
Saturday, June 7th, 2025 – Beach Clean-Up Activity
As part of the 2025 World Oceans Day activities, volunteers in Lagos came together for a large-scale beach clean-up to tackle plastic pollution. Working with local communities, they removed harmful waste from designated beaches and participated in educational sessions on the impact of pollution and the need for sustainable living.
Sunday, June 8th, 2025 – Ocean Art Competition
The 2025 World Oceans Day celebration wrapped up on Sunday, June 8, with an Ocean Art Competition at the LBF Turtle Sanctuary, Turtle Bae, Elegushi Beach, Lagos. Young primary school pupils participated by drawing various items found in the ocean, expressing their creativity while learning about marine life and conservation. The event served as a fun, hands-on way to inspire ocean awareness among the next generation.
Support and Partnerships
We sincerely thank all our sponsors and partners who supported the 2025 World Oceans Day Week. Their contributions covered logistics, educational materials, clean-up supplies, and media outreach. From funding venues and transport to providing gloves and educational brochures, their support helped us engage communities and amplify the message of ocean conservation across Nigeria.
For future partnerships and inquiries, contact:
info@lekanbakarefoundation.org | 📞 +234 705 972 7935
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