The Federal University of Education, Pankshin (FUEP) has received a major boost in its commitment to environmental sustainability following the donation of tree saplings by the Green Thumb Entrepreneurs to support the University’s campus tree-planting campaign.
The donation was made during a courtesy visit by the association to the University’s management, underscoring a shared commitment to promoting environmental conservation and creating a greener academic environment.
Receiving the delegation on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Noel Wannang, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Professor Antonia Chukwu, expressed the University’s appreciation for the thoughtful gesture.
She conveyed the Vice-Chancellor’s gratitude, noting that the donation aligns with FUEP’s vision of building a clean, beautiful, and environmentally sustainable campus. She assured the delegation that the University would carefully consider and implement the practical recommendations presented during the visit to strengthen its tree-planting programme.
Speaking on behalf of the Green Thumb Entrepreneurs, the association’s President, Engr. Nenfort Wongdem, described entrepreneurship as the ability to identify pressing societal and environmental challenges, mobilise resources, and develop innovative solutions that create lasting impact.
According to him, environmental sustainability should remain a core responsibility of every organisation and community. He explained that the association was proud to support FUEP’s greening initiative, particularly because many members of the University’s staff are active members of the Green Thumb Entrepreneurs.
Engr. Wongdem stressed the importance of tree planting, sustainable agricultural practices, and collective environmental action in addressing the growing threats of climate change, soil erosion, and global warming.
The association’s Public Relations Officer, Dr. Leonard Padung, who also serves as the Head of Department Educational Management at FUEP, formally introduced the delegation and offered strategic recommendations to enhance the sustainability of the University’s tree-planting campaign.
Among his recommendations were the establishment of tree-planting sub-committees across colleges and faculties, increased environmental awareness campaigns, stronger stakeholder collaboration, and the implementation of protective measures to safeguard young saplings from damage by stray animals.
The highlight of the visit was the formal presentation of the donated tree saplings to the University management, symbolising a shared commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable campus development.
Delivering the vote of thanks on behalf of the Registrar, the Senior Deputy Registrar, Mr. Aaron Yatu, commended the Green Thumb Entrepreneurs for their generous contribution to the University’s physical and environmental development. He assured the delegation that their recommendations would be integrated into the operational framework of the University’s Tree-Planting Committee.
The visit concluded with a group photograph of the University management, members of the Green Thumb Entrepreneurs, and the FUEP Tree-Planting Committee, marking another important step in FUEP’s drive towards becoming a greener, more environmentally responsible institution.
As the University continues to prioritise sustainability, partnerships such as this demonstrate how collaboration between academic institutions and environmentally conscious organisations can contribute meaningfully to climate action and sustainable development.