It Begins With U Foundation (IBWU), a Canada-based registered charity and not for profit also operating as a Nigerian based non-governmental organization registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission, has partnered with the Kemi Irinoye Foundation (KIF) to launch the ‘Cleanest School in Ibadan Program 2026’, a transformative initiative aimed at promoting hygiene, sanitation, innovation, and civic responsibility among secondary school students across Ibadan.
IBWU Foundation, known for executing similar impactful projects across Nigeria, continues to expand its footprint with plans to reach even more states nationwide.
In selecting Ibadan for this phase, the organisation chose to partner with KIF in recognition of its strong track record in designing and implementing high-impact programmes that drive meaningful change.
The programme, formalized through a signed Memorandum of Understanding in March 2026, will engage schools in a structured competition designed to encourage clean, sustainable, and innovative learning environments. Participating schools will be evaluated on key criteria including cleanliness, creativity, teamwork, sustainability and effective use of resources.
To incentivize excellence and participation, IBWU Foundation is offering a grand prize of ₦1 million to the cleanest school, alongside cash rewards for schools placing second, third, and fourth, as well as scholarships and other awards. These prizes are intended not only as recognition but also as support for continued improvements in school environments.
