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The Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Abuja, has called on youths in the country to prevent the extinction of animal and plant species through the protection of biodiversity.
The Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Abuja, has called on youths in the country to prevent the extinction of animal and plant species through the protection of biodiversity.
The Deputy Ambassador of the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany, Johannes Lehne, made the call during the Bioverse NG national conference held in Abuja, according to a statement on Sunday made available to newsmen.
The conference with the theme, ‘The Indispensable Role of Youth in Nigeria’s Biodiversity,’ urged Nigerian youths, the government, and global stakeholders to discuss the country’s biodiversity challenges.
In his speech at the conference, Lehne stated that Nigeria’s diverse biodiversity had come under significant threat over the past few decades.
He said, “Hundreds of animal species and thousands of plant species are currently at risk of extinction, with wild animals losing their habitat as a result of people cutting down almost all the trees in the forest. Educating the Nigerian youth on the subject can positively impact the country’s biodiversity.”
In the same vein, a group, youth-centered sustainability non-profit organisation in Lagos, SustyVibes, said the protection of biodiversity was key to prevent extinction.
Founder, SustyVibes, Jennifer Uchendu, said, “The event became germane to provide an opportunity to showcase several months of work on the Bioverse NG project while offering young Nigerians the chance to learn and actively participate in biodiversity protection and climate advocacy”.
