3 Division Nigerian Army Launches Tree Planting Campaign to Promote Environmental Sustainability
The General Officer Commanding (GOC) 3 Division Nigerian Army and Commander of Operation ENDURING PEACE, EF Oyinlola, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s commitment to environmental sustainability through a strategic tree planting campaign at Maxwell Khobe Cantonment in Jos.
Speaking during the exercise, Major General Oyinlola said the initiative aligns with the Nigerian Army’s commitment to environmental protection, climate change mitigation and biodiversity preservation within military formations and surrounding communities.
He noted that tree planting plays an important role in addressing environmental challenges such as land degradation, soil erosion and rising temperatures, while also contributing to improved air quality and a cleaner environment.
According to the GOC, the exercise extends beyond symbolism and represents a practical effort to promote environmentally friendly practices and create a sustainable environment for troops, their families and surrounding communities.
He also encouraged personnel of the Division to adopt the culture of planting and maintaining trees in their respective areas to sustain the objectives of the campaign.
Earlier in his remarks, Chairman of the Tree Planting Committee, Adamu Iliya, commended the GOC for his support toward environmental conservation efforts within the Division.
He explained that the campaign was designed to encourage afforestation and raise environmental awareness among personnel and residents of Maxwell Khobe Cantonment.
Iliya further disclosed that suitable tree species were carefully selected for the exercise based on their adaptability to the local environment and stressed the need for collective responsibility in ensuring the trees are properly nurtured to maturity.
The event featured symbolic tree planting by the GOC, senior military officers and members of the Nigerian Army Officers’ Wives Association.
The initiative is expected to contribute to environmental sustainability, improve the aesthetic outlook of the cantonment and promote healthier living conditions within the Division’s operational area.
3 Division Nigerian Army Launches Tree Planting Campaign to Promote Environmental Sustainability