Kano State has heightened efforts to curb desert encroachment and protect environmental sustainability with the flag-off on the distribution of 5.5 million tree seedlings for planting across the state.
The flag-off ceremony took place at the historic Yanbawa Shelter Belt in Makoda Local Government Area.
Governor Abba Yusuf said the 44 local government areas in the state would receive their allocation of trees for further distribution to schools, communities, and other relevant institutions.
“The Yanbawa Shelter Belt is one of the state’s oldest and strongest barriers against desertification, long-standing as a shield for the environment.
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“Moreover, as part of our efforts to save our environment, we have recently rehabilitated two major nurseries in Kano, one at Mai Nikka in Gwarzo and another at Kafinciri in Garko, for the benefit of humanity.
“To further ensure the success of the initiative, I have directed all local government chairmen to set up tree planting committees under their respective agriculture departments.”
