FG Flags Off Tree-planting Initiative on 1,068km Sokoto–Badagry Highway

The federal government has kicked off a major tree-planting initiative along the 1,068km Sokoto–Badagry highway, aiming to enhance environmental sustainability and combat desertification. Minister of State for Works, Bello Goronyo, highlighted the importance of this project in improving air quality and preventing soil erosion. This initiative is significant because it aligns with global efforts to address climate change and could also boost local biodiversity and tourism. The project's long-term benefits could transform the landscape and contribute to a greener, more sustainable Nigeria.