Nigeria's elephant population is on the brink of extinction, but its not too late to save them. Launch of the National Elephant Action Plan offers hope for their survival

Tunde Morakinyo Elephant Protection Initiative Sharon Ikeazor Environment Ministry Dr Iziaq Adekunle Salako WCS Nigeria 💚 Ogun State Environmental Protection Agency Ogun State Govt. If Ogun State is unwilling or unable to protect Omo, then it should be made a national park as a matter of urgency. We can't afford more delay. This has been talked about for far too long.

The U.S. government remains the largest humanitarian donor in Nigeria. Through USAID's Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance, the U.S. government supported partners with nearly $280 million in 2023, in response to high food insecurity and other humanitarian needs. #WorldHumanitarianDay #ActForHumanity

Protecting wildlife goes hand-in-hand with supporting the communities who live alongside them by empowering communities, improving livelihoods, and promoting sustainable practices. #WorldHumanitarianDay #WCSNigeria #PeopleAndNature #CommunityEmpowerment #SustainableLivelihoods

Lions are incredibly social compared to other felines. For a pride, social bonds are key in creating the dynamics needed for the group's strength & survival. Lions form their close relationships through play, rubbing heads, grooming, & hunting as a team. 📸 Peter Lindsey

The Nigerian Conservation Foundation is proud to be a part of the launch of the first National Elephant Action Plan (2024-2034). This plan was launched in Abuja on 13th August 2024 as part of World Elephant Day celebrations.

Desertification and drought threaten lives and livelihoods across the planet. Globally, 2.2 billion people lack access to safe water at home. Urgent and meaningful #ClimateAction is needed to create a sustainable future for generations to come.. unep.org/topics/climate…

The practice of transhumance is increasingly recognized as beneficial to nature conservation and biodiversity. WCS staff from Nigeria, Cameroon, Chad, CAR, and Kenya met in Kigali to develop a strategy on how to work more closely with pastoralists to better manage landscapes

A great video illustrating EU in Nigeria 🇪🇺🇳🇬 support to WCS in Nigeria to help protect the wildlife and forests of Cross River National Park, and improve sustainable livelihoods for surrounding communities. National Park Service-Nigeria Environment Ministry EU Environment EU International Partnerships 🇪🇺

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EU in Nigeria 🇪🇺🇳🇬 WCS WCS Nigeria 💚 The European Union continues to strengthen efforts and supporting actions on conservation, environmental and biodiversity protection.

#Mpox spreads easily through contact with infected persons or contaminated materials. Healthcare workers are advised to always practice standard care precautions when caring for patients. Isolate any suspected or confirmed cases for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Cocoa seedlings delivered by WCS! Protecting forests, biodiversity, and sustainable livelihoods. Eat chocolate 🍫 and save the planet 🌏

Nigeria joined the EPI years ago and presumably made similar commitments. We are still waiting.