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03 Aug 25

Inside Nigeria’s Boldest Agroforestry Project

Fatima remembers when the land fed everyone. Her grandmother used to say, “The soil listens when you treat it kindly.” But in Ajimaka and Rukubi, two communities nestled in Doma LGA, Nasarawa State, the soil stopped listening. Years of unsustainable farming, deforestation, and climate shocks turned once-fertile fields into…

30 Jul 25

Voices on Agroforestry:Highlights from Our Inception Meeting

Agroforestry is emerging as a transformative solution to climate and livelihood challenges across Nigeria. In the communities of Ajimaka and Rukubi in Doma Local Government Area, Nasarawa State, a groundbreaking initiative is underway—powered by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme (GEF-SGP) in Nigeria,…

30 Jul 25

UNDP GEF-SGP Nigeria Backs Agroforestry Revolution

Two communities—Ajimaka and Rukubi in Doma LGA—are emerging as epicenters of Nigeria’s agroforestry revival. With the strategic support of the UNDP Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme (GEF-SGP Nigeria), these semi-arid areas are becoming fertile ground for ecological restoration and community empowerment. Why Agroforestry, Why Now? Facing challenges of deforestation,…

21 Jul 25

2023 World Environment Day Beat Plastic Pollution School Advocacy Program

2023 World Environment Day Beat Plastic Pollution School Advocacy Program As we celebrate World Environment Day 2023, we at Alliance for Positive Environmental Impacts and Reforestation (APEARE) reaffirm our commitment to protecting and restoring our planet’s precious ecosystems. With this in mind, we recently organized a workshop in Ibadan, Oyo…

21 Jul 25

Eleyele Sensitization Program for women and youth

A sensitization program was conducted to raise awareness among women and youth in the Eleyele forested wetland about the importance of preserving and conserving forest resources. As a result, the participants were introduced to various alternative methods of generating additional income, such as producing briquettes and cultivating Ewe Eran (Thaumatoccus…

21 Jul 25

Gambari Project

21 Jul 25

Kuchiko Reforestation Project

This project examined the climatic and socio-economic effects of deforestation at Gambari Forest Reserves in Ibadan. The findings highlighted the excessive exploitation of forest resources, and were shared with stakeholders to support informed decision-making aimed at curbing deforestation in the reserves. Kuchiko Reforestation Project For the 2024 World Environment Day…

23 Nov 23

7 Things You Need To Know About The Beautiful and Natural Environment Of Nigeria

Times are changing and nothing remains the same. Just like our lives: our natural environment evolves and changes its characteristics as the season demands. There are various natural environments in Nigeria. And this article explores the meaning, types, and examples of the Nigerian natural environment. What is to come: What…

23 Nov 23

5 things you need to know about insecurity in Nigeria: A Climate change perspective

There is a growing link between rising insecurity in Nigeria and climate change crises. Climate change is exacerbating existing social, economic, and political challenges in Nigeria, leading to increased insecurity and conflict. Here are 5 ways Alliance for Positive Environmental Impacts and Reforestation (APEARE) belief climate change is contributing to…

23 Nov 23

6 simple ways to teach kids about climate change.

Climate change education is essential for Nigeria’s kids to understand the impacts of climate change and the actions they can take to mitigate and adapt to its effects. Alliance for Positive Environmental Impacts and Reforestation (APEARE) highlights some ways to promote climate change education for kids in Nigeria: 1. Integrate…