Nigeria, June 6 -- Junior secondary school students from across the Federal Capital Territory showcased innovative models of a smart and resilient city at a competition organised by the Abuja Environmental Protection Board (AEPB) on Friday.

The competition, which encouraged students to develop creative solutions for sustainable urban development, featured presentations of city models designed by participating schools.

In her welcome address, the Director of the AEPB, Kate Ogbonna, said the inclusion of schools as part of the commemoration of the day is to engage young people in environmental conversation and activities.

Ms Ogbonna said the sustainable use of the environment requires collective efforts between government, business and p...