By Nneka Nwogwugwu
Lagos State government has reiterated its commitment to stop all forms of encroachments and misuse of wetlands.
Lagos state Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tunji Bello, disclosed this during an advocacy programme on Wetlands and Biodiversity Conservation for Lagos Central Senatorial District held at Yaba Local Council Development Area.
Bello said that the state government has commenced the identification of all wetlands within the five divisions in the state.
He said that government plans to review the draft policy on wetlands management and conservation as well as restore and protect degraded wetlands.
According to him, the advocacy programme themed: “We’re part of the Solution for Nature,” is part of efforts toward creating awareness on the importance of preserving wetlands and maintaining a healthy ecosystem.
Bello, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary Office of Environmental Services, Ministry of Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Mobolaji Gaji, explained that it is the responsibility of everyone to ensure proper soil management and fight biodiversity loss.
