Lagos Celebrates World Oceans Day 2025: A Call to Protect What Sustains Us

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On Sunday, June 8, 2025, Lagos will join the rest of the world in celebrating World Oceans Day, a moment to reflect on the beauty and importance of our oceans, lagoons, and waterways - and why we must do more to protect them.


This year’s theme, “Wonder: Sustaining What Sustains Us,” couldn’t be more relevant. From the shores of Tarkwa Bay to the bustling waterfronts of Victoria Island, Lagos’ waters are more than picturesque views. They feed families, support livelihoods, regulate the climate, and are home to rich marine life.


But today, these water bodies are under increasing threat.


Pollution, overfishing, and illegal dredging are placing enormous pressure on aquatic ecosystems, and the consequences are becoming harder to ignore. Fish stocks are dwindling. Beaches are littered. And the delicate balance of nature is slowly being disrupted.


That’s why the Lagos State Government - through the Ministry of Waterfront Infrastructure Development - is using this year’s World Oceans Day as a platform for both celebration and advocacy.


“We must appreciate our waters not just for their beauty, but for their value,” said the Commissioner for the Ministry, Ekundayo Alebiosu. “They’re a source of food, employment, recreation, and even spiritual meaning for our communities.”


He didn’t mince words about the dangers our waters face:


“Today, our waters are under increasing pressure. Pollution, overfishing, and illegal dredging threaten the balance of these ecosystems. Our waters feed us here in Lagos, but currently, there is too much pressure on them.”


To mark the occasion, the State has lined up a series of impactful events: from public awareness campaigns and community cleanups to school outreach programs designed to engage the next generation of environmental stewards.


But beyond the programs and speeches, the message is clear: everyone has a role to play.


Whether you're a fisherman, a market trader, a business owner, or a student, your daily choices - what you dump, what you consume, how you treat your environment - matter.


“We will continue preaching and spreading the word until our water bodies are spared from the harm caused by human activity,” Alebiosu said. “We hope our message is not just heard - it is felt.”


World Oceans Day isn’t just for oceanfront cities or environmentalists. It’s a global reminder that water connects us all - and protecting it is one of the most important things we can do.


So this June 8, take a moment to appreciate the wonder of Lagos’ waters - and think about how you can help sustain what sustains us.


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