Conservationists believe that wildlife species render valuable services in the ecosystem and contribute to environment sustainability, but there are instances where forest communities still hunt these animals for meat.

The Lagos State Government in conjunction with Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF ) is set to hold the 15th edition of the Annual Walk for Nature, which will this year highlight the importance of preserving nature and improving the quality of lives across the state

The Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) has pledged to reduce by 20 per cent the illegal trade of African vulture parts in wildlife markets in Nigeria by 2021.

The Federal Government has appealed to the private sector for support and collaboration with its agencies to achieve 25 per cent forest cover in the country.

With over 64per cent of Wetlands loss due to human activities, environmentalists have asked government to strengthen enforcement of policy actions designed to protect wetlands and other bio-diversities.

The first leg of the bilateral international series between Nigeria and Rwanda got off to a glorious start for the country at the weekend at the newly constructed turf pitch in Abuja.   Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF) President, Professor Yahaya Adam Ukwenya had said in his opening remark that the friendly tie would do a…