FOREST GUARDS AND INSECURITYIf well-trained and armed, the guards can make a difference

President Bola Tinubu's Presidential Forest Guards Initiative aims to address growing security issues in the country's forests by deploying 7,000 trained guards. With proper training and equipment, these guards could significantly curb illegal activities like poaching and deforestation. The initiative reflects the government's recognition of the urgent need to protect both natural resources and the communities that depend on them, highlighting a proactive step towards national security and environmental sustainability.