In a landmark move, Nigeria and the Government of the Republic of Cameroon have cemented their commitment to the conservation and sustainable management of shared natural resources by signing a cooperation framework.
The agreement, signed by the respective Ministers of Environment and Forestry, aims to address transboundary ecosystem challenges and combat illegal trade in wildlife and forest products.
The implementation of this agreement signifies a crucial step towards supervising and coordinating conservation efforts, establishing special protocols, and mobilizing funds for transboundary programs.
With Nigeria serving as a key transit hub for illegal wildlife and forest product trade, this collaboration is timely and essential.
In his keynote address, Minister Balarabe Lawal emphasized the urgent need for joint action to combat environmental threats, including illegal logging, poaching, and wildlife trafficking.
He highlighted the significance of bilateral cooperation in tackling global challenges and underscored the importance of the Renewed Hope Agenda in fostering collaboration with Cameroon.
Minister Jules Ndongo echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the importance of addressing illegal exploitation and trade in forestry resources.
He pledged Cameroon's commitment to implementing the agreement and called upon technical and financial partners to support this endeavor.
The agreement has received commendation from regional bodies such as the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), with the Head of the Environment and Climate Change Division expressing optimism about its positive impact. This milestone sets a precedent for future cooperation and underscores the shared responsibility of nations in preserving biodiversity and ecosystem services.
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