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Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has reiterated the federal government’s dedication to proffering options to local weather change by planting 5,000 bushes within the subsequent one yr.
Sanwo-Olu stated this on Sunday at a ceremony held in commemoration of the state’s 2024 Tree Planting Day, at Lagos Home Marina.
The theme for the Day is “Nurture the Future”.
The governor stated it was vital to do every thing attainable to mitigate in opposition to the impact of local weather change.
“As a authorities, we should always have the ability to plant 5,000 bushes within the subsequent 12 months.
“It’s one thing that we should as a authorities intentionally set out a technique to do. Tree planting ought to be a every day, weekly and month-to-month exercise, we shouldn’t wait for an additional yr,” he stated.
The governor referred to as on Mrs Adetoun Popoola, Basic Supervisor, Lagos State Parks and Gardens Company (LASPAK), to make sure that planting of bushes within the state isn’t just a yearly occasion.
“I’ve inspired her to give you an environment friendly scheme that each the non-public and public sector will work on.”
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In his remarks, Mr Tokunbo Wahab, Commissioner for Atmosphere and Water Sources, stated the occasion underscored the efforts to guard the long run, whereas taking full possession to develop a greater environmental behavior for a top quality impression on local weather change.
“As a authorities, it’s our collective duty that we develop strategic strategies to enhance the atmosphere, make sure that it’s flood free and make it conducive for residents.
“This may be achieved via the continual cleansing of the atmosphere every so often. It’s our aim at present to additional educate residents on the necessity to take possession of their atmosphere and make sure that they repeatedly clear environment, dispose waste responsibly.
“We acknowledge that we should maintain this as our personal contribution towards sustaining a sustainable atmosphere,” the commissioner stated.
In a vote of thanks, Popoola stated she and her group would make sure that tree planting was not only a yearly occasion.
“I want to give particular gratitude to Mr. Governor for taking out time to take part on this yr’s occasion and equally thank the commissioner for his unwavering assist to the company and in championing all environmental points within the state.
“Our theme, “Nurture our Future”, is due to this fact a name to motion. It’s a reminder that the choices we make at present will form the world we depart for future generations,” she stated.
(NAN)