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Ogun State Launches Green Initiative to Increase Tree Planting and Fight Natural Disasters
The Ogun State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting green infrastructure, emphasizing its vital ecological benefits and the positive impact on humanity.
This was revealed during the flag-off ceremony of the first phase of the green infrastructure initiative.
The Commissioner for Forestry, Engineer Taiwo Oludotun, represented at the event by the Director of Forestry, Survey, Demarcation, Inventory, and Extension, Mr. Wale Sonubi, explained the state government’s proactive approach to environmental sustainability.
He explained that beyond beautifying the environment, green infrastructure plays a critical role in reducing the risks of natural disasters like erosion, windstorms, and earthquakes.
He praised the initiative as a strategic response to the growing challenges of climate change.
Engineer Oludotun emphasized that tree planting remains a top priority for the state government, which is determined to utilize every available urban and rural space for afforestation efforts.
He commended Governor Dapo Abiodun for his unwavering support of the Forestry Ministry.
According to him, the Governor’s commitment has significantly boosted the agency’s capacity to achieve its ambitious goal of planting over five million trees within the last five years.
He remarked that tree planting is not only about improving aesthetics but also about safeguarding lives and communities.
He stated, “When you plant trees, you are protecting yourself from natural disasters that could otherwise have devastating effects, such as windstorms, erosion, and earthquakes.”
Lagos State Police react to claims of them taking money from dispatch riders on the Coastal Road in Lagos.
It started after a rumour was shared that police arrest and take money from riders as a demand for high bribes, sometimes reaching ₦200,000, and seize motorcycles if not given.
The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, then addressed the claims online and stated in his statement that he disagreed that the rumour is true and stated, “The spread of misinformation only causes more harm than good. In this era, we can and must do better.”
It has been announced by the governor of Ogun that Tuesday 3rd of February is a public holiday in order to mark the 50th anniversary of the state creation.
This public holiday declaration was released in a statement by the secretary of the state, Tokunbo Talabi.
He then added that the holiday will provide as a day for the citizens to participate in the activities for the state milestone.
Former Kogi politician, Dino Melaye, faces backlash from the public after he shared a video on social media of him abroad and living well through his luxurious lifestyle.
In the same video, he speaks about Nigeria’s current economy and shares his disappointment.
He wrote, “See country, God help us to build a true nation where our wicked leaders will be in jail and the right people in power. Nigeria must be fixed. YES WE CAN.”
However, many state that what he posted and what he is saying contradict each other, and they accused him of sharing his own records to know if he was a corrupt leader.
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