Environment
Don Tasks Govts On Environmental Laws Enforcement
A university teacher, Professor Sodienye Augustine Abere, has urged governments at all levels in the country to enforce all known laws and regulations against environmental degradation.
He said this at the 74th Inaugural Lecture of the university with the theme, “Green Cities Eco-Tourism and Forest Ecosystem Service: Benefits for Sustainable Development, Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation”.
Abere who is a Professor of Wildlife Ecology and Eco-Tourism in the Department of Forestry and Environment said preserving the ecosystem is dependent on government’s commitment to enforce all extant laws and regulations against the environment.
According to him, the ecosystem contributes to the sustenance of both humans and other creatures. He noted that the destruction of the ecosystem will mean the end of life and the earth.
The university teacher also said bioremediation practices should be enforced to check degradation and pollution of the environment, adding that the government should employ adequate political will to discourage defaulters of environmental laws.
According to him, “improved and clean agricultural practices must be encouraged to engage the rural communities as improved livelihood to avoid vandalisation of infrastructures used for tapping natural wealth”.
Abere said the university can also contribute its quota to climate change mitigation through the establishment of a Centre for Knowledge Exchange and Climate Solution within the Department of Forestry and Environment.
According to him, the centre if established will further build up the conservation of forest resources and climate change mitigation and adaptation.
Vice Chancellor of the university, Prof Nlerum Okogbule described the lecture as thought-provoking.
He said the university will continue to play a leading role in teaching and research especially in the areas of agriculture and climate change.
By: John Bibor
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) on Thursday, launched an awareness campaign, aimed at educating residents on the increasing impact of climate change.
The campaign also seeks to enlighten residents on the urgent need for personal and community protection measures.
During the launch in Uyo on Thursday, the Akwa Ibom Director of NOA, Mr Mkpoutom Mkpoutom, said that the campaign aims at enlightening residents, about the changes in weather patterns.
He said that this includes unpredictable rise in temperatures, and how these changes threaten public health across the state.
Mkpoutom noted that the current weather was not harmattan, but an extreme form of air pollution, which is harmful to health as it could cause oxidative stress which affects body balance.
“Our environment is changing rapidly, and the effects are evident in the disruptions faced by our communities.
“It is paramount that every citizen of Akwa Ibom understands these changes and take necessary steps to protect themselves, their families, and their livelihoods,” he said.
He appealed to citizens to take the following precautions which include wearing of nose mask, drinking sufficient water, covering of food and water to keep away dust, washing fruits thoroughly before eating, among others.
He directed all NOA structures within the state to engage with local communities through town hall meetings and collaboration.
He also urged engagement with schools and community leaders, to disseminate vital information on early warning signs, as well as safety protocols during extreme weather conditions.
The Chairman of Epe Local Government Area of Lagos State, Ms Surah Animashaun, has urged traders of Aiyetoro and Oluwo fish markets to consistently ensure a hygienic trading environment.
She urged the traders to maintain cleanliness and observe proper environmental sanitation in the markets.
Animashaun said this during a visit to some of the market areas in Epe on Saturday.
She said that clean markets were critical to public health.According to her, poor sanitation could lead to the outbreak of communicable diseases, especially in fish markets, where waste management must be handled with extra care.
The council chairman urged traders to dispose of refuse appropriately, avoid indiscriminate dumping of waste, and ensure regular cleaning of stalls and surroundings
She noted that environmental hygiene is a collective responsibility, adding that everyone should be involved in this development.
Animashaun also warned that the local government would not hesitate to enforce existing environmental laws, including sanctions against defaulters.
She assured traders of the council’s commitment to providing adequate waste disposal facilities and regular monitoring to sustain a clean and healthy market environment.
The council boss also urged traders to desist from selling by the roadside, so as to avoid accidents, noting that several motor accidents had occurred along the Aiyetoro market area.
“We, therefore, urge traders to stop selling on the roadside,” she said.
President, Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Mrs Margaret Oguntala, has inaugurated the construction of 18 units residential terrace in highbrow Alausa area of Lagos toward bridging the nation’s shelter gap.
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