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In the middle of the 20th century, Scientists warned about the increasing temperature of the earth and its possible effects on humanity. To many, it was regarded as a hoax, a fallacy aimed at reducing industrialization. However with the negative effects of global warming now evident in all facets of the society, even those who had initial doubts about the veracity of the claim by Scientists of rising global temperatures can now attest to the fact that there is a change in the global climate pattern. The activities of man have contributed to the rise in average global temperatures due to the release of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. These greenhouse gases traps energy resulting in greenhouse effect. The primary greenhouse gases in the atmosphere are carbondioxide, methane, nitrous oxide and ozone including industrial gases like hydroflourocarbons. These greenhouse gases are the major cause of climate change and are emitted from coal and fossil fuels. In Nigeria, global warming has had a significant impact on rainfall. Seasonal rainfall patterns have changed in the southern and middle Belt parts of the country, including some south Eastern and northern states, with flooding and erosion becoming very common. Earlier in April this year, about 30 houses were submerged and not less than 200 persons were rendered homeless in a flooding disaster in cross river state. In July, no fewer than 640 houses were destroyed in two flooding incidents in Sokoto due to heavy downpours. In 2015, not fewer than 53 persons were killed and about 100,420 persons were displaced due to flooding disasters across the country. Most northern states in the country experience extreme shortage of rainfall, high temperature and loss of vegetation due to extreme weather conditions. Also, Nigerian states around the atlantic coast are all suffering from rise in the sea level. Based on recent studies, unless urgent steps are taken, most of the infrastructural development currently ongoing in Delta, Lagos, Bayelsa, Rivers and Cross Rivers States will most likely be submerged under water in the near future. Several efforts have been made by the government to reduce the effects of climate change. Massive tree planting exercises have been undertaken in most states, especially in Lagos State where about six million trees has already been planted across 20 local government areas of the state. The Nigeria Conservation Federation (NCF) also contributed to the development of the REDD (Reducing Emissions through Reduction in forest degradation and deforestation) strategy for Nigeria. Efforts are been made to implement REDD strategy in the management of protected areas. The federal government is also investing heavily on research institutes especially FRIN (Forestry Research institute of Nigeria) in order to foster the development of extensive programmes aimed at protecting the environment, sustaining the environment and tackling climate change. REFERENCES http://www.channelstv.com/2016/05/07/nigeria-is-committed-to-tackling-climate-change-min-of-environment/html http://www.nigeriatoday.ng/2016/07/ambode-tree-planting-key-to-mitigating-ocean-surge-climate-change/html http://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/headlines/190364nationaltragedyfloodskill53displace100420peopleacrossnigeria/html PHOTO CREDITS http://cdn.guardian.ng/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/flood-in-lagos.jpg http://thenewsnigeria.com.ng/ |
 
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Oseluese, several decades ago, a lot of people believed global warming is just a natural phenomenon, just like what happened during the Ice Age. Now it became evident that it is the disaster that our humans have results with our own hands. Thanks for sharing!
Posted 08-08-2016 00:46
Thank you Oseluese for reporting on this. I identify with this in that I am a scientist, a 20-year old girl scientist. First of all, education of the girl child is a very recent achievement, especially in Africa. Secondly, girls seem to shy away from STEM subjects. Thirdly, young people are not taken seriously by most people of the older generations. I therefore do know how it feels like to try telling people something and not be taken seriously. I understand how those scientists felt. I also understand how it feels when someone tries telling you something that you have no grasping on. It can be overwhelming, leading to people just assuming it and hoping for the best. Maybe that's how things were when global warming started being mentioned here and there. However, that time is past. The time for excuses is gone. Now is the time to do something about it. As an African, we can't just say that because we're not responsible for global emissions, global warming won't get to Africa. The truth is, global warming is already in Africa. We're all in the same sinking boat as the countries responsible for the global emissions. Therefore we all need to do something about it. We all need to work together for our own sakes and that of the environment.
Posted 06-08-2016 23:13
Thanks for the report Oseluese. Global warming is making the world risky to live in. I suggest we push a proposal to add causes and control measures of global warming to our educational syllables and also used as a movie.
you would be surprisd that people still do not know what global warming is.
Posted 06-08-2016 22:36
I fear more and more countries are now facing the backlash of economic development in sacrifice of the environment. This is the moment where joint efforts are most needed to at least prevent the worst from happening. Thanks for writing!
Posted 05-08-2016 17:17
Many governments across the globe, especially here in Manila, focus too much on the growth of the cities and its infrastructure instead of protecting the environment. Too many trees are cut down for this reason and even in some cases, larger natural habitats can be destroyed. This, however, can be balanced with implementations you mentioned Nigeria has done in your article. Thanks for sharing.
Posted 02-08-2016 20:03
Poor drainage, lack of trees & open fields where water may seep underground and global warming all are man mane evils that we are suffering from. Well written & good pics. God Bless Nigeria.
Posted 02-08-2016 12:19
Global Warming and its consequences across the globe
Posted 02-08-2016 03:51
Yes. Global warming is becoming a real problem of the world. I hope that each of us can make difference
Posted 02-08-2016 03:13
Climate
Posted 01-08-2016 21:24
The cliate is changing gradually we as youngster needs to take action now bringing positive change
Posted 01-08-2016 21:24
Poor drainage is also one of the major reasons Nigeria is witnessing persistent flooding. We need a serious re-orientation in this country. How will someone decide to be dumping refuge in the gutters? How will someone prefer to build on waterways? It is a pity that the various state waste management authorities are not doing their work which is also encouraging some of these practices.
Posted 01-08-2016 20:49
Definitely true. The issue of global warming is the same for West Africa and differs at the South and North but we need to tackle it through a collective approach. Thanks for reporting friend.
Posted 01-08-2016 20:04
The main causes of flooding in most of the countries is the increase in the impermeable surfaces. The built environment has taken over the green agenda. Water does not percolate through the paved layer. That is why most the people that are being affected by flooding are those staying in the urban areas and not the deep villages because every surface in urban areas is paved with an aim of beauty and yet the green like the trees would give a better view compared to the paved surfaces. The trees and boulevards are nowhere to be seen in our African cities. This is making water run off so high in most areas that is causing that flooding day in and out even when there is little down pour. We need a lot to do to stop this environmental issue for brighter days for the future generation.
Thank you for the article.
Posted 01-08-2016 19:45
Global warming is undoubtedly a global issue of concern and it's consequences can be seen in the whole world around us today. Global warming and climate change issues are perhaps the greatest threat to this planet. Every nation needs to act proactively and put forth the policies, laws, infrastructure, curriculum, industries with aim to curb global warming. Thanks for the report.
Posted 01-08-2016 16:20
global warming has become a world isssue and i'm very happy nigeria is trying to maintain it because even in my country the weather patterns changed soo much and finding a solution to cub global warming has become a national issue
Posted 01-08-2016 05:51