The Nigerian Environmental Society’s (NES) federal capital territory (FCT) branch has announced its readiness to welcome new members into its network. This gesture is a clear reflection of the society’s efforts to deliver on her mandate of ensuring a sustainable future for both the current and future generations.
Scheduled for Friday, December 6, 2024, in Abuja, the event is expected to bring together a diverse group of environmental professionals, policymakers, advocates, and key stakeholders from across the FCT to deliberate on how to achieve this goal and foster national development.
It will also serve as a platform for networking, knowledge exchange, and the celebration of collective achievements in environmental advocacy, the association said in a circular released on Wednesday, December 4, 2024.
Keynote speakers from a variety of sectors, including government agencies, academia, business enterprises, and non-governmental organisations, have been invited to attend and share their knowledge to ensure justice at the end of the noble exercise. These experts will provide insights into developing trends, technology, and best practices in environmental management, both in Nigeria and globally.
Professional unity and cooperation are critical cornerstones in stakeholders’ combined efforts to address the country’s environmental crisis. Dr. Efegbidiki Okobia, the NES’s national president, will focus on these issues during the programme, emphasising the importance and necessity of adopting a multi-sectoral approach to addressing complex challenges such as climate resilience, green energy adoption, and environmental education.
Leke Emmanuel, Chairman of the NES FCT chapter, expressed hope for the society’s future and its rising impact in shaping national environmental discourse.
Thus, he continued, the induction of the new members represents the association’s dedication to growing its influence and reach.
“It is an opportunity to equip professionals with the knowledge, skills, and networks necessary to lead innovative environmental projects and contribute to a healthier, more sustainable Nigeria,” he said.
The chapter’s leader went on to highlight his organisation’s ongoing efforts to engage policymakers and stakeholders in formulating effective solutions for tackling environmental degradation, supporting renewable energy, and raising public awareness about environmental concerns.
Similarly, Dr. Jacob Okobi, Chairman of the Publicity Committee, believes that the newly inducted members will not only help in advancing the NES’s goal but will also serve as a critical turning point in the society’s efforts to create a strong network of professionals who can spearhead environmental policies and initiatives.
“They will have the opportunity to contribute to NES programmes, collaborate on innovative projects, and engage in advocacy efforts aimed at influencing policy frameworks for a sustainable future,” he noted in the press statement.
By Etta Michael Bisong, Abuja
