Kano begins 800-tree planting campaign at college

The Kano State Government has initiated a tree planting campaign, aiming to plant 800 seedlings at the Aminu Kano College of Islamic and Legal Studies. This "Make AKCILS Green" initiative is a collaborative effort between the college's Agricultural Science Department and the state Ministry of Water Resources, Environment and Climate Change.

“

This is a practical step towards creating a greener campus and promoting environmental responsibility among students.

Dahir Hashim, the state Commissioner for Water Resources, Environment and Climate Change, officially launched the exercise on Monday. He emphasized that the initiative serves as a practical step towards enhancing environmental awareness and building a climate-resilient society. Hashim urged other schools, tertiary institutions, government agencies, private organizations, and individuals throughout Kano State to embrace tree planting as part of their environmental sustainability practices.

Hashim commended the college for transforming environmental awareness into tangible action, presenting the initiative as a model for other institutions. He also noted that the Acting Provost of the college, Dr. Ali Tamasi Mu’az, expressed appreciation for Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf's administration's environmental and climate change reforms across the state. During the event, the college presented requests for ministerial intervention, which Hashim stated were promptly accepted and acted upon.

“

I encourage other schools, tertiary institutions, public agencies, private organisations and individuals across Kano State to follow this example by making tree planting and environmental stewardship a permanent part of their institutional culture.

The commissioner stressed the importance of sustained tree planting and environmental stewardship for improving environmental quality and strengthening Kano's resilience to climate-related challenges. He concluded by stating, "Together, we can make every campus greener and contribute to a healthier, more climate-resilient Kano State." The campaign is expected to enhance the campus environment for students while promoting their responsibility for environmental protection and sustainability.

“

Together, we can make every campus greener and contribute to a healthier, more climate-resilient Kano State.