Nasarawa State Government reiterates that its ban on cutting down trees for charcoal production remains in force. The government says the restriction applies to tree felling in forest areas and public places and is intended to address climate change and the environmental degradation associated with it. Officials warn residents that the ban is still enforceable and that violations attract severe penalties. The government’s statement frames the move as part of efforts to reduce the impacts of extreme weather conditions and to protect the environment by limiting activities that remove trees. The state’s message emphasizes compliance and enforcement, indicating that the prohibition is not lifted and that authorities will continue to act against offenders. Overall, the reports describe a renewed public warning from the state aimed at discouraging charcoal-related logging and reinforcing existing regulations.
Nasarawa reiterates ban on tree felling and charcoal production
Nasarawa State Government reiterates that its ban on cutting down trees for charcoal production remains in force. The government says the restriction applies to tree felling in forest areas and public...
- Nasarawa State Government says the ban on tree felling remains in force.
- The ban covers cutting trees for charcoal production in forest areas and public places.
- The government links the ban to efforts to combat climate change and environmental degradation.
- Residents are warned that enforcement continues and violations carry severe penalties.
- The state issues the reminder to ensure compliance with existing regulations.
Nasarawa State warns residents that the ban on tree felling and charcoal production remains in force to combat climate change and environmental degradation Read More: https://punchng.com/ban-on-tree-felling-charcoal-production-still-in-force-nasarawa/
54 minutes agoNasarawa State Government said the ban on cutting down trees in the forest and public places for the purpose of making charcoal is still active and attracts severe penalties in order to curb the effects of climate change, which has led to extreme weather conditions and environmental degradation. The post Climate change: Nasarawa govt warns residents charcoal tree-felling ban remains enforceable appeared first on Vanguard News.
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