Connect with us

News

New York: Zulum advocates revival of Sambisa forest

Published

on

New York: Zulum advocates revival of Sambisa forest

By: Our Reporter

Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has advocated for the revival of the Sambisa forest which was affected by the over one decade old Boko Haram insurgency.

Zulum was speaking on Thursday in New York at the UN’s High-Level Segment Roundtable on: “Forest-based solutions to the triple planetary crises: A focus on people, science, technology, and finance.”

The governor said, “Borno State has been significantly impacted by the crisis of insecurity caused by Boko Haram insurgency which has led to widespread displacement of communities, destruction of infrastructure, and loss of livelihoods.”

He added, “the conflict has also exacerbated environmental degradation, including deforestation and loss of biodiversity in our major forest (Sambisa Forest), further exacerbating the vulnerabilities of our region.”

Furthermore, he stated, “the loss of forest cover has resulted in soil erosion, reduced water availability, loss of biodiversity and increased vulnerability to climate change impacts.”

Governor Zulum noted that the shrinking of Lake Chad, which was a vital source of water and livelihood for millions of people in the region, has been a direct consequence of climate change resulting from the incessant destruction of forests such as Sambisa.

According to the governor, deforestation in Borno State has been driven by a combination of factors, including population growth, agricultural expansion, unsustainable land use practices, need for energy and the impact of the conflict.

Zulum listed initiatives, including rehabilitation and restoration, community engagements, monitoring and evaluation and collaboration and partnership as measures to save the forest devastated by activities of terrorists.

The Minister of Environment, Balarabe Abbas Lawan, led the Nigerian delegation, which included the Governor of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal, and other officials.

New York: Zulum advocates revival of Sambisa forest

Continue Reading
Click to comment

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

News

Bandits attack family on New-Bussa–Babanna road in Niger

Published

on

Bandits attack family on New-Bussa–Babanna road in Niger

By: Zagazola Makama

Armed bandits have attacked a family travelling along the New-Bussa–Babanna road in Niger State, leaving five people injured.

Zagazola report that the incident occurred on Sunday at about 4 p.m. near Ehka Kuka/Audu Fari village.

The victims, identified as Alhaji Fatayi Raheemi, 38, his wife, and other family members Fatima Nurudeen, 27; Munirat Isyaka, 25; Aishat Ismail, 25; and Rashidat Fatayi, 30, were reportedly shot at by the bandits while travelling in their Mercedes-Benz car from New-Bussa to Babanna town.

The gunmen opened fire on the moving vehicle, causing it to veer off the road, as all occupants sustained varying degrees of injuries.

Residents said security operatives later arrived at the scene and evacuated the victims to the Primary Health Centre, Babanna, where they were receiving treatment.

The damaged vehicle was recovered to the Babanna Police Station, while efforts were ongoing to track down the assailants.

Bandits attack family on New-Bussa–Babanna road in Niger

Continue Reading

News

Gunmen kill one, injure two in Plateau attack

Published

on

Gunmen kill one, injure two in Plateau attack

By: Zagazola Makama

Armed men have attacked Wereng village in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State, killing one person and injuring two others.

Zagazola that the attack occurred at about 9 p.m. on Monday when the assailants invaded the community and opened fire indiscriminately.

The victim was identified as Joshua Monday, while the two injured persons were rushed to the General Hospital, Riyom, for medical treatment.

Army troops and other security forced were said to have arrived at the scene shortly after the attack to restore calm.

Sources confirmed that the deceased’s body had been deposited at the hospital morgue, while an investigation was underway to identify and apprehend the perpetrators.

Gunmen kill one, injure two in Plateau attack

Continue Reading

Crime

12 bandits killed, 2 soldiers injured in clash in Katsina

Published

on

12 bandits killed, 2 soldiers injured in clash in Katsina

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of the Nigerian Army have killed 12 bandits during a clash at Mabai village in Kankara Local Government Area of Katsina State.

Zagazola gathered that the incident occurred on Sunday at about 5:30 p.m., shortly after a peace accord meeting held at Kakumi village in Bakori LGA.

Sources said that the bandits, while passing in front of a military base at Mabai, engaged the troops in a gun duel, leading to the death of 12 of the assailants.

Two army personnel sustained serious injuries during the encounter and were referred to the Medical Centre in Katsina for treatment.

The sources said the situation in the area had since been brought under control, with intensive patrols and monitoring activities ongoing to forestall further breakdown of law and order.

12 bandits killed, 2 soldiers injured in clash in Katsina

Continue Reading

Trending

Verified by MonsterInsights