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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.”
It has been reported that a Nigerian won the 2026 Spelling Bee World Championship, which was held in Shanghai, China. The winner, Chinedu Great Okdediachi, has now returned home to Delta State after his victory.
It can be noted that the student had already emerged as one of the Gold Award winners in the Middle School Group category.
“Congratulations once again, Chinedu! Your success continues to inspire young Nigerians to pursue excellence through education. Welcome home, Champion!”
The young star has made Nigeria proud by winning the international competition.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has stated that his administration’s economic reforms have helped stabilise Nigeria’s economy and placed the country on a path toward steady growth.
He said “My reforms have stabilised Nigeria’s economy and put it on a path of steady growth.”
The President added that the reforms are creating more opportunities for development across the country.
However, many Nigerians reacted online, with some questioning the impact of the reforms and saying they have yet to experience the positive effects.
Nigerian politician and FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has said that he is aware many civil servants do not like him.
He shared that he understands why he is unpopular among some civil servants, explaining that funds previously spent on unnecessary conferences are now being redirected to road construction projects.
He said “Some people say conferences for corruption and I say what is that? You are going for conferences to do what? These are ways government funds are being diverted. I say put this money in this road here and the people will get the impact.”
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