NGThe Nasarawa State Government in Nigeria has reiterated that its ban on tree-cutting for charcoal production remains in effect, aiming to combat climate change and environmental degradation. The policy, enforced by the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources, targets illegal logging and charcoal-making activities that contribute to extreme weather conditions and land degradation. Permanent Secretary Barrister Ede Yahaya Yakubu emphasized that human activity, particularly deforestation for charcoal production, has caused significant harm to the environment, leading to issues such as flooding and land degradation. To address this, the government has partnered with organizations like ACReSAL, a World Bank-funded initiative focused on restoring degraded landscapes, and has undertaken reforestation efforts, including planting trees during recent World Environment Day celebrations.
Bias read (Center): The article presents the government's stance on enforcing a charcoal-banning policy to mitigate climate change. It includes direct quotes from government officials and outlines both the problem (deforestation and environmental damage) and the proposed solutions (reforestation and enforcement). There
