The State Coordinator of the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) Project, Dr. Dahir Muhammad Hashim, emphasized the importance of collective efforts by citizens and the government in achieving a sustainable environment.
Dahir made this statement today at the Conference Hall of the State Project Management Unit (SPMU), Kano-ACReSAL, during his conferment as “The Eco-Management Fellow” by the African Institute of Waste Management Studies.
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The event was held at the Kano-ACReSAL office when a delegation from the institute visited for this purpose.
In his remarks, Dr. Dahir stressed the importance of instilling environmental consciousness in children through the “Catch Them Young” approach.
He highlighted that many environmental challenges caused by human activities stem from a lack of awareness.
He also ”disclosed Kano-ACReSAL’s plan to target 30 schools under the “Catch Them Young” initiative.
This initiative aims to create lifelong environmental stewards who can champion environmental causes in their communities and beyond.
Dr. Dahir dedicated the recognition to His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf. He attributed the project’s success to the governor’s commitment and unwavering support in creating an enabling environment for the people of Kano State.
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He also extended his gratitude to the State Project Management Unit (SPMU) team for their roles and contributions to the project’s achievements.
Dr. Dahir highlighted some of Kano-ACReSAL’s accomplishments, including the recovery of over 30 hectares of degraded land through the planting of 3 million seedlings across the state. These efforts have led to the rehabilitation of shelter belts, the establishment of woodlots and orchards, and the training of over 9,000 farmers in the Farmer-Managed Natural Regeneration (FMNR) model.
The Executive Secretary of the Watershed Erosion and Climate Change Management Agency (WECCMA), Dr. Muhammad Salisu Khalil, commended the institute for recognizing individuals contributing significantly to environmental conservation.
Earlier, the delegation’s team leader, Ambassador Dr. Sani Usaini, stated that the initiative recognized outstanding contributions to eco-management and sustainability.
He highlighted leadership in environmental stewardship, resource management, green technology, and eco-awareness as key factors considered for the nomination and award.
During the event, Ambassador Dr. Sani Usaini presented a paper on waste management titled “Waste to Wealth”.
Other individuals recognized and awarded alongside Dr. Dahir Muhammad Hashim included Dr. Muhammad Salisu Khalil (ES-WECCMA), Prof. Baba Nabegu, Dr. Garba Saleh Ahmad, and Dr. Sabitu Sa’adu Da’u.