Governor Babatunde Raji Fashola of Lagos State has disclosed that henceforth, unauthorised cutting of tree anywhere in Lagos is an offence punishable under the law.Governor Fashola made this disclosure while presenting his keynote address at the presentation of ‘Eko green dream’ initiative process and the launch of ‘Eko Green Card’ on Wednesday.
He said that the state government was committed to the development and sustainability of the environment, noting that if for any reason a tree should be felled, it must be with the permission of the appropriate authorities and three trees should be planted in its stead.
While reiterating the state government’s commitment in making Lagos a greener and healthier environment, Fashola recalled that in the 1960, Lagos, as the federal capital territory, was known for beautiful gardens which earned both local and international awards, but oil boom of the 1970s and development of roads and infrastructure gradually brought about its demise.
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Felling of trees(deforestation)in lagos now improper and illegal? I guess it would lead to arrest or jail? Hahahahaha it should also be passed into d law of d nigerian constitution. Fine! Ventilation also comes from d carbon ii dioxide plants gives. Does it mean no trees should b cut down for fire wood? Cos some less privileged uses fire wood for cooking, if so let d lagos state govt produce constant lighting and gas cookers for all. We bring ideas that won't last that would affect the poor I call this LAWs d SUITS d influential but to d detriments of d masses that are less privileged. This was how a state said killing of fowls is an offence. If men were God! Many laws are coming up soon, for where there are laws there are bound to be more SIN. By d GPRS
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