Over 170 mangrove trees have been planted in the Eseribom community, Calabar South Local government area of Cross River State, as part of efforts to combat climate change and restore coastal ecosystems.
The exercise, which took place at the weekend, was organised and funded by UNICEF through the Green Rising Initiative.
The event brought together over 100 young volunteers from secondary schools, the University of Calabar, and other volunteers in partnership with Biodiversity Rescue Club Nigeria, GenUnlimited, YPAT, and other local organizations.
Executive Director of Plug in Nigeria, Maya Okunyi, said the mangrove planting was part of a three-day programme aimed at raising awareness and promoting youth involvement in environmental protection.
“This community is vulnerable to flooding and erosion, and mangroves act as a natural barrier. They also help to absorb carbon and support marine life,”…
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