Sam Kaye
Commissioner of environment and climate change in Taraba, Aishat Barde has led an Awareness march in support of climate change in the state.
The March was aimed at sensitizing residents on the impact of climate change on the environment and to urge them to adopt sustainable practices that will help mitigate their daily activities on the climate.
The Road March started from the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change around the board of internal revenue area to the Government House where the team was received by the Deputy Governor Aminu Alkali on behalf of Governor Agbu Kefas.
Responding to the Ministry officials, the Deputy Governor highlighted the importance of raising awareness about climate change, and the role that every individual must play in combating this global challenge.
He emphasized the need for sustainable practices, stating that the state is moving towards adopting green technology, and implementing stricter environmental regulations against the problem.
Earlier, Commissioner of Environment, Aishat Barde, spoke on the dangers posed by climate change, such as flooding, desertification, loss of biodiversity, and other environmental challenges.
She emphasized the need for environmental education at the grassroots level, to raise awareness and promote sustainable practices.
The event was attended by several top government officials, including the Secretary to the Government of Taraba State, Barrister Kataps, commissioners, permanent secretaries, alongside several Union officials, and Non Governmental Organizations.
