C’ttee wants action on Lake Chad, flooding

The committee, chaired by Florence Ita-Giwa made the call when it submitted its report, saying government must intensify efforts against the ravaging effects of erosion, gully and drought.She said dedicated efforts to save Lake Chad which is disappearing by the day must be taken and that “Nigerian government has to continue working with other countries […]

The committee, chaired by Florence Ita-Giwa made the call when it submitted its report, saying government must intensify efforts against the ravaging effects of erosion, gully and drought.
She said dedicated efforts to save Lake Chad which is disappearing by the day must be taken and that “Nigerian government has to continue working with other countries sharing the Lake Chad Basin to ensure the recharging of the lake.”
Committee members called for the immediate review of the current National Policy on Erosion and Flood Control which was prepared in 2005, while urging a survey and map of all areas prone to gully and coastal erosion.
 “Forest reserves should be established, protected and properly maintained by both Federal and state governments; all local government areas should earmark 25% of their landmass for forestry…properly manned and protected,” they said.