Ekiti State Forestry Commission

BIG NEWS! We've captured the 1st-ever camera trap footage of chimpanzees in Ekiti, Nigeria! Please click the link below to see the footage. This is a major win for conservation! Thanks to South-West/Niger Delta Forest Project for all their effort. https://lnkd.in/gPS4zmGM

We are thrilled to congratulate our dedicated Ẹ̀gbọ́n and retiree from Ekiti State Forestry Commission, Mr. Olubunmi Benson Olatilu, on his well-deserved recognition as a Fellow of the Forestry Association of Nigeria. Wishing you many more fruitful years of growth and planting ahead! Congratulations sir!

Happening at 4pm(1pm Nigerian Time) today at the IsDB Pavilion (F5a), Blue Zone, Baku Stadium #COP29Azerbaijan #cop29baku

CHANGE IN VENUE Join the Ekiti State delegation at COP29 for the launch of the Ekiti State Climate Action Report & Panel Discussion tomorrow! NEW VENUE: IsDB Pavilion (F5a), Blue Zone, Baku Stadium Other details remain the same.

Join the Ekiti State delegation at COP29 for the launch of the Ekiti State Climate Action Report & Panel Discussion! Venue: Multilateral Development Banks Pavilion, Blue Zone, Baku Stadium Date: Tuesday, November 19th Time: 16:00 – 17:30(1pm -2:30pm WAT) To join the discussion virtually, a Zoom link is available. Kindly see the flyer for full details.

Akinyemi Akinyugha PhD takes the stage today at World Urban Forum 2024 in Cairo, Egypt as he make a panel presentation on the vital role of urban forests in building resilient, healthy, and equitable cities globally, with a focus on Africa's pressing challenges. Discover how urban forestry can: Combat land degradation Reduce disaster risks Promote community engagement & social cohesion Empower economically Case studies from Nigeria's Erosion Watershed Project & Ekiti State Forestry Commission will highlight transformative nature-based solutions. Event Details: Date: 8th November 2024 Time: 09h00 - 10:30hr Location: Voices from Cities - Room B, International Exhibition Centre, Cairo, Egypt Organized by: City of Johannesburg, FAO, UN-Habitat, & Centre on African Public Spaces (CAPS) #WUF12 #WorldUrbanForum2024 #UrbanForestry #Sustainability #ResilientCities #HealthyCities

Happy Independence Day, Nigeria! The Ekiti Forestry Commission celebrates 64 years of independence by reaffirming our commitment to protecting Nigeria’s natural resources. Together, we grow stronger as we preserve the beauty and richness of our forests for future generations. #NigeriaAt64 #IndependenceDay #EkitiForestry #SustainableFuture

Our hearts go out to our immediate past Executive Secretary, Mr. Matthew Famuagun and his family on the passing of his loving and devoted wife, Mrs. Martina Famuagun. May her soul rest in perfect peace and may God grant you and your family the strength and comfort needed during this difficult time.

Happy Eid-el-Maulud to all Muslim faithfuls.

On Thursday, September 12, 2024, we formally established the Emeritus Professor S.K. Adeyoju Memorial Arboretum, honoring the first Professor of Forestry in Africa. This significant event was held in partnership with the Department of Forest Resources and Wildlife Management at Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti, and the Forestry Association of Nigeria (FAN). The ceremony was attended by distinguished guests, including Prof. Ogounsawo, National Secretary of FAN; Prof. Olayode, Head of the Forestry Department, EKSU; and Prof. Arowosoge of EKSU, who delivered a goodwill message.