INTERVIEW: COP17: Cross River lawmaker calls for stronger laws to protect Nigeria’s land, wildlife

Premium Times Nigeria | 28-08-2026 09:46am |

Martins Archadu, a member of the Cross River State House of Assembly, has called for stronger environmental laws in Nigeria following his participation in the 17th session of the UNCCD COP17 in Mongolia. He noted that the conference exposed gaps in the country's environmental policies and highlighted how improved legislation could enhance land restoration, biodiversity conservation, and environmental management. Archadu emphasized the need for legislative action to address these challenges.

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