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Protecting Nigeria’s last forests: Training rangers is key to conservation

As deforestation, poaching, and human encroachment threaten Nigeria’s remaining forest reserves, conservationists are calling for stronger support systems for the country’s forest rangers -...

Ekiti adopts Sustainable Commodities approach to agriculture, forests

Ekiti State has taken a big step toward a productive and sustainable approach to agroforestry, becoming the latest jurisdiction to sign up to the...

Convert forests to military bases to prevent insurgents’ occupation – Ganduje tells govt

The All Progressives Congress (APC) leadership on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, said converting forests to military bases would prevent further insurgents’ occupation and improve...

Forests crucial to climate resilience – Environment minister

The Minister of Environment, Malam Balarabe Lawal, has emphasised the role of forests in regulating Nigeria’s climatic conditions and strengthening the country’s climate resilience. He...

REDD+: Strengthening forests and food security

Friday, March 21, 2025, is International Day of Forests, with a focus on the crucial link between forests and food security, as over five...

George Ilebo: Protecting our forests is key for a sustainable future

Every year, the world celebrates International Day of Forests (IDF) on March 21, to raise awareness of these critical ecosystems. Forests are home to...

Kwara orders temporary closure of forests for regeneration

Kwara State Government has directed the temporary closure of forests in the state in order to facilitate the natural regeneration of the forests which...

Turning forests into economic hubs for national security

Forests play a vital role in sustaining ecosystems, supporting livelihoods, and combating climate change. However, their economic and security significance is often underappreciated. Globally, the forestry...

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Study reveals electric vehicles could catch on in Africa sooner than expected

A new study led by researchers at ETH Zurich and the Paul Scherrer Institute PSI in collaboration with African...
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Umahi says first phase of Lagos-Badagry Highway 95% completed, orders night repair of Lagos-Ota-Abeokuta Road

The 23km Phase One of the Lagos-Badagry Highway is 95% completed, the Minister of Works, Sen. Dave Umahi, said...

Tinubu arrives in Abu Dhabi for sustainability summit

President Bola Tinubu arrived in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE), on Sunday, January 11, for the 2026 Abu...

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