Environment
Director Blames Climate Change On Deforestation
The Benue Director of Environment, Mr Daniel Iorshagher, has attributed the increasing heat being experienced by Makurdi residents on extermination of forests along the River Benue.
Iorshagher told newsmen recently in Makurdi that the extermination of forests, which happened some years back for the purpose of cattle rearing, had continued to impact negatively on the environment.
He said the heat in Makurdi was further complicated by the location of the city in a valley which prompted increases in light rays responsible for excessive emissions of carbons.
The Director warned that the current heat experienced throughout the city would not be reduced unless more trees were planted along the Benue valley.
Iorshagher said that poor agricultural practises, coupled with commercial activities like burnt- brick production along the river bank, continued to hinder regeneration of the forest belts in the state.
He said as part of efforts to reduce the effects of global warming in the state, Gov Gabriel Suswam had earmarked N200 million for the provision of solar energy in some villages.
The director also said the government had constructed bore holes that were powered by solar energy for the purposes of reducing the effects of global warming.
Iorshagher also appealed to the people to avoid acts capable of destroying forests and pleaded with them to plant new trees which would help to trap carbon emissions that were generated by human activity.
He also advised urban dwellers to abide by the rules of urban planning while constructing their houses.
The director also advised them on the use of renewable energy sources for the purpose of controlling the effects of global warming.
Iorshagher said the country needed to have alternative sources of power to control global warming and climate change since the public Power supply was no longer reliable.
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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