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In 1997, Nigeria's areas of estimated forest plantation was 150,000 hectares. Between 1970 and 1984, 82,434 hectares of plantation were established. [5] By 1998, Nigeria has 196,000 ha and 704 ha in protected areas outside the forest reserves. Between 1985 and 2005, three percent of Nigeria's forest reserves were plantations. [4]
Nigerian lowland forests, no doubt, face several threats and conservation challenges that jeopardize their integrity and biodiversity. A more elaborate discussion of these threats and challenges follows: Deforestation in Nigeria. Deforestation and habitat loss: Deforestation is a major threat to Nigerian lowland forests. [65]
Despite an increase in national parks and reserves, only 3.6% of Nigeria is protected under the International Union for Conservation of Nature categories I-V. Inadequate forest management by the Department of Forestry since the 1970s is a significant contributor to the deteriorating ecosystem. The country lacks decisive measures to combat ...
The structure and composition of the woody flora at Olokemeji forest reserve reflect the significant anthropogenic interference that has taken place in the area. [3] A 2016 paper recommended a holistic plan to alleviate farming pressures on the forest reserve, incorporating poverty alleviation measures and promoting sustainable farming ...
OMO FOREST RESERVE, Nigeria (AP) — Sunday Abiodun, carrying a sword in one hand and balancing a musket over his other shoulder, cleared weeds on a footpath leading to a cluster of new trees.
The forest provides vital ecosystem services like carbon sequestration, water regulation, and soil conservation. [66] These services have far-reaching benefits for both local communities and the broader environment. Cultural and spiritual Significance: Many forests, including Akure, have cultural and spiritual importance for local communities.
Oba Hills National Park [1] is a forest reserve and national park in Iwo, Osun State, Nigeria. An enclave surrounded by three hills with a valley running in between, it covers about 52 square kilometres (20 sq mi) of hilly terrain with deep gorges. It has a large teak plantation on its western side, covering about 12% of its total area. [2]
Oil extraction is the largest threat to Nigeria's mangrove forests. Comprising 97 percent of Nigeria's total exports, the oil-rich Niger Delta produces up to two million barrels of crude oil a day, which has placed Nigeria as the 9th oil producing country in the world. [61] Such extensive oil extraction has come at great environmental and ...