- – NCF Director-General advocates for tree planting to combat climate change
- – Calls for redirecting resources from lavish parties to environmental conservation
- – Emphasis on proactive community involvement in climate action
Dr. Joseph Onoja, Director-General of the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF), has called on Nigerians to channel resources typically spent on extravagant celebrations into tree planting initiatives to address the escalating climate crisis. He emphasized that intentional tree planting efforts can significantly mitigate the adverse effects of climate change.
Highlighting the urgency of the situation, Dr. Onoja pointed out that climate change is no longer a distant threat but a present reality, manifesting through extreme weather events such as floods, droughts, and heatwaves. He stressed that proactive measures, like tree planting, are essential to combat these challenges effectively.
Dr. Onoja also underscored the importance of community involvement in environmental conservation. He urged individuals and organizations to take collective action, emphasizing that every tree planted contributes to a healthier and more sustainable environment.
