By Isiyaka Ismail
The Bauchi State Government has announced a new initiative to reward farmers who plant trees on their farmlands as part of its green revolution efforts aimed at promoting environmental sustainability.
Governor Bala Mohammed who made this known while flagging off the 2025 Annual Tree Planting Campaign in Dass Local Government Area of the state said the initiative is designed to support the restoration of degraded lands for the benefit of future generations.
Governor Bala Mohammed stressed the importance of collective and shared responsibility in protecting the environment noting hat Bauchi State must take the lead in championing the green revolution.
He directed the State Ministry of Housing and Environment to extend the campaign across all 20 local government areas in light of the alarming rate of uncontrolled deforestation at the grassroots level.
The Governor also called on traditional institutions, religious leaders and individuals to support the administration’s efforts by advocating for tree planting and ensuring the survival of planted trees.
Speaking at the event, the Commissioner for Housing and Environment, Danlami Ahmed Kawule reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to environmental protection adding that a sufficient number of trained personnel have been mobilized to drive this year’s campaign effectively.
Also speaking, the State Project Coordinator of the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes ACReSAL, Dr. Kabir Ibrahim, disclosed that about 40,000 hectares of land have already been restored under the project in collaboration with the state government.
Dr. Kabir emphasized the importance of monitoring the newly planted trees to ensure the achievement of the campaign’s long-term goals.
