Gov Umaru Bago met with Sheikh Ahmed Dalmook al-Maktoum, one of the members of Dubai’s ruling royal family. Signs MoU with UAE’s Blue Carbon for Climate Change Initiatives.
The Governor has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Blue Carbon, a United Arab Emirates-based company, to advance sustainable climate change solutions.
The partnership is dedicated to addressing climate change by planting ONE BILLION ECONOMIC TREES across 1 million hectares in Niger State. This project is not only an environmental endeavor but also an important step towards improving the forestry sector within the region.
What Niger State stands to gain from this agreement.
- Planting 1 billion trees will significantly contribute to carbon sequestration, which involves capturing atmospheric carbon dioxide to combat global warming.
- The project will boost the forestry sector, creating new job opportunities and promoting economic development in Niger State.
- This initiative aligns with sustainable development goals, ensuring long-term environmental health and economic prosperity.
- The increase in forest cover will support biodiversity, providing habitats for various species and maintaining ecological balance.
- The project is expected to involve local communities, promoting awareness and education about environmental conservation.
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