AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoFlood Risk Watch (Niger): Niger State has warned communities along the Kaduna River Basin that water levels may rise after sustained inflows into the Shiroro Reservoir, with a controlled release possible in September to protect the dam and downstream areas. Tree Survival Push: Environmentalist Dr Isaac Kalua Green urged governments and groups to “come back and check” tree-planting results by tracking how many seedlings survive, not just how many are planted. Climate Services Leadership: NiMet’s Prof. Charles Anosike was elected President of ACMAD’s Board of Governors for four years, aiming to strengthen Africa’s weather and climate services for resilience. Agroforestry in the Sahel (Ghana, lessons for Niger): CSIR-SARI distributed 2,500 seedlings (mango, cashew, moringa) to 14 communities under a climate-smart agroforestry project to restore degraded lands and boost food security. Community Environment & Safety: Residents of Bille in Rivers State reported recurring fires and “bubbling ground” hazards, with one woman describing a sudden fire that engulfed her home. Niger Delta Investment (jobs, not just oil): NDCCITMA’s Niger Delta Economic and Investment Summit is set for Sept 15–17 in Port Harcourt, pitching diversified, sustainable investment opportunities.
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