Nigeria National Park Service

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31/10/2026

AVOID BUSHMEAT, AVOID THE SPREAD OF

30/10/2026

🌾 At C*D COP17, grasslands, rangelands, and savannas must be part of the global biodiversity conversation.

Together, these ecosystems cover over 40% of Earth's land surface, supporting unique biodiversity, livelihoods, and cultural practices across diverse landscapes. Yet, they remain under-recognised and under-funded in global conservation agendas, often misclassified as "wastelands" or "degraded forests."

To achieve Target 2, which calls for the restoration of at least 30% of degraded ecosystems, these critical landscapes can no longer be overlooked. 🌄🌱

Momentum for ecosystem restoration is building, with growing commitments and efforts to advance Target 2 implementation. However, important gaps remain, including uneven progress across ecosystems, monitoring and data deficiencies, and insufficient disaggregation of restoration data by ecosystem type. These challenges are particularly acute for grasslands and rangelands, limiting their integration into national restoration targets and reporting.

Addressing these gaps requires context-specific, scientifically sound restoration approaches, clearer definitions of degradation and restoration success, and stronger monitoring systems—while safeguarding the rights, knowledge, and contributions of local, Indigenous, and pastoral communities.

Check out two recent reports highlighting these important ecosystems:

🟩 Grasslands and Savannas: Core Ecosystem Dynamics and Regional Profiles explores regional patterns and ecosystem dynamics, illustrating the value these ecosystems provide. https://iucn.org/resources/grey-literature/grasslands-and-savannas-core-ecosystem-dynamics-and-regional-profiles

🟩 Grasslands and Savannas: Defining Degradation, Restoration, and Key Principles for Success examines how degradation and restoration success are defined in grassland and savanna systems, reviews key restoration interventions and their trade-offs, and identifies critical scientific, institutional, and implementation gaps that limit effective action. https://iucn.org/resources/grey-literature/grasslands-and-savannas-defining-degradation-restoration-and-key

As C*D COP17 comes to a close, global restoration commitments must recognise and invest in the full diversity of the world's ecosystems, including grasslands, rangelands, and savannas. 🌿

IUCN | WWF

30/10/2026

Keeping them wild keep us safe....

30/10/2026

ATTENTION PLEASE !!!

Listen to NPS Announcement on FRCN about warning on handling, hunting, eating or contact with wild animals in relation to Ebola disease transmission.

Time: 7am and 4pm WAT.
Date: Today, 30/10/2026.

Thank you.

29/10/2026

https://von.gov.ng/nps-promises-jobs-livelihoods-for-oba-hills-communities/

The National Park Service (NPS) has assured host communities around Oba Hills National Park in Osun State of opportunities for employment, participation in park management and sustainable forest-based livelihoods. The Conservator-General of the NPS, Dr Ibrahim Goni, gave the assurance during a court...

28/10/2026

NO FOOD SECURITY WITHOUT FOREST SECURITY — NPS BOSS WARNS AT FAN 48TH CONFERENCE

The Conservator-General of the Nigeria National Park Service, Dr. Ibrahim Musa Goni, has said Nigeria cannot achieve food security without securing its forests, as climate change continues to threaten livelihoods and national stability.

Dr. Goni, who was ably represented by CP Caroline Olory said this in Abuja today 27th Oct, 2026 at the Opening Ceremony of the 48th Annual Conference of Forestry Association of Nigeria (FAN), themed "Global Climate Change and Food Security."

He described climate change as no longer a future projection but a present reality, evident in erratic rainfall, drought, desertification, flooding and loss of biodiversity.

Citing the FAO, he said Nigeria is among 22 countries most at risk from the emerging El Niño, with over 25 million Nigerians facing acute food insecurity.

"There can be no food security without forest security. Our forests are carbon sinks, watersheds and genetic banks. When we lose forests, we lose climate resilience, soil fertility, water and ultimately food," he said.

He said the National Park Service, which manages 17 National Parks covering over 22,000km², is at the frontline of climate mitigation through park protection and community conservation.

The CG also raised alarm over growing insecurity in Nigeria's forest estates, saying peaceful forests have become hideouts for bandits and kidnappers, threatening rangers and crippling forestry operations.

He disclosed that recently, 5 rangers were killed in Old Oyo National Park while rangers on road block in Okomu National Park were attacked and one shot this week.

He charged FAN to recommend practical solutions on forest governance, technology-driven surveillance, security collaboration and community intelligence, noting that "securing our forests is securing our nation."

He commended FAN for 48 years of service and pledged stronger collaboration to combat illegal logging, wildlife crimes and promote climate-smart solutions.

28/10/2026

‎🌿 BACK TO THE WILD: CROSS RIVER NATIONAL PARK REINTRODUCES RESCUED GIANT PANGOLIN TO ITS NATURAL HABITAT 🦔🌳
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‎In a remarkable demonstration of commitment to wildlife conservation, the Conservator of Parks, Cross River National Park, CP Joseph Assam Ntui, on 26th October, 2026, led the reintroduction of a rescued giant pangolin into its natural habitat following its rescue from one Ms. Oscarline at Ekpiri Ikang, Bakassi LGA of Cross River State.
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‎Recognizing the fragile nature of this extraordinary and highly threatened mammal, the Conservator considered it necessary to ensure its safe return to the wild, where it belongs. This intervention underscores the National Park Service's unwavering commitment to protecting Nigeria's precious biodiversity and giving rescued wildlife a chance to survive and thrive in their natural environment.
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‎Pangolins are among the world's most trafficked mammals, facing severe threats from illegal hunting and wildlife trafficking. Their survival is vital to the ecological balance of forest ecosystems, particularly because of their role in controlling ant and termite populations.
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‎The successful release sends a powerful message: wildlife belongs in the wild, not in captivity or illegal trade. It also reinforces the importance of public cooperation in reporting wildlife crimes and supporting efforts to protect endangered species.
‎Together, let us protect our wildlife, preserve our forests, and secure a future where humans and nature thrive in harmony.