EDO STATE GOVERNMENT AND SEPLAT PLANT 50,000 TREES IN OBAGIE FOREST RESERVES

In a bid to promote sustainable forestry practices and combat climate change, the Edo State Government in collaboration with SEPLAT Consultancy has planted 50,000 trees in the Obagie Forest Reserves located in Uhunmwonde Local Government Area.

The Chairman of the Edo State Forestry Commission, Hon. Valentine Owamagbe Asuen, who visited the reserve to inspect the project, expressed his satisfaction with the level of work done by SEPLAT .

Hon. Asuen appreciated the support of His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, for the initiative and reiterated the state government's commitment to supporting reforestation programs in the state's forest reserves.

He also urged other public and private sector organizations to key into the reforestation program of the Edo State Forestry Commission, emphasizing the importance of collaborative efforts in promoting sustainable environmental practices.

The planting of 50,000 trees in the Obagie Forest Reserves is a significant step towards restoring the state's forest cover and promoting biodiversity. This initiative is expected to have a positive impact on the environment, as well as the local communities who depend on the forest for their livelihood.

The Edo State Forestry Commission, under the leadership of Hon. Valentine Asuen, has been at the forefront of promoting sustainable forestry practices in the state. This initiative is a testament to the commission's commitment to environmental conservation and sustainable development.