Greener space: Zamfara launches tree-planting to combat desert encroachment

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Gov Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State.

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The Zamfara state government yesterday launched a tree-planting campaign to combat desert encroachment, flooding and other environmental challenges across the state.

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Commissioner of Education, Abdulmalik Gajam, launched the Initiative which was a collaboration between the Greener Space Foundation Tree-Planting Initiative and the education ministry at Government Day Secondary School, Janyau, in Gusau, the state capital.

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He said, “As part of the exercise, I planted the first trees to kick-start this important initiative, which is aimed at combating desert encroachment, restoring our ecosystem, and creating greener, healthier learning environments for our students.”

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The initiative was launched under the theme, *”Restoring Ecosystems, Building Greener Communities.”

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“This initiative reflects our shared commitment to tackling the effects of climate change while transforming our schools into environmentally friendly spaces that provide shade, cleaner air, and a more conducive atmosphere for teaching and learning,” the commissioner said.

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Mr Gajam said, “Environmental sustainability is a collective responsibility, and I commend the Greener Space Foundation for partnering with the ministry on this noble cause.”

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“Together, we are investing not only in the future of our environment but also in the well-being and education of the next generation,” he said.

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The official said, “We remain committed to supporting initiatives that promote sustainable development and strengthen our education sector for a brighter and greener Zamfara.”

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