Rivers Inaugurates Joint State Committee on Tree Planting to Advance Environmental Sustainability
The Honourable Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Sir Amaopusenibo Amairigha Edward Hart, has inaugurated the Joint State Committee on Tree Planting at the Ministry's Office in Port Harcourt.
The inauguration marks a significant step in the Rivers State Government's drive to promote environmental sustainability, urban beautification, climate resilience and a healthier living environment across the state.
The committee comprises members drawn from the Centre for Climate Change and Development Studies, Rivers State University, and the Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development.
Commissioner Charges Committee on Environmental Responsibility
Speaking at the inauguration, the Honourable Commissioner expressed delight at the calibre of personalities who accepted to serve on the committee. He thanked them for identifying with the vision and operations of the Rivers State Governor, His Excellency, Amaopusenibo Sir Siminialayi Fubara, GSSRS.
He noted that beyond accepting the assignment, what mattered most was the commitment of members and the measurable impact of their work in ensuring that the government achieved its environmental objectives.
Committee Pledges Commitment to Mandate
In his acceptance speech, the Chairman of the Committee, Professor Sodienye Abere, pledged on behalf of members to deliver fully on the mandate entrusted to them.
He assured the Honourable Commissioner that the committee would not disappoint the confidence reposed in its members, promising that they would work diligently to achieve visible and sustainable results.
Full Composition of the Joint State Committee
The full composition of the Joint State Committee on Tree Planting is as follows:
- Professor Sodienye Abere – Chairman
- Professor Patrick Chinemerem – Member
- Professor Hilkiah Igoni – Member
- Professor S. Ngah – Member
- Professor K.O. Okpara – Member
- Dr. W.S. Simbi-Willington – Member
- Dr. V. Ojadi – Member
- Dr. Juliet U. Ekennia – Member
- Dr. G. Ogboeli – Member
- TPL. Mrs Soibitein Duke-Harry (Permanent Secretary) – Member
- TPL. Stella Enyadike – Member
- Mrs Iyalla O. N. Ereforokuma – Member
- Mrs Daminabo Samuel – Member
- Dr. Mrs. Sandra Obomanu – Member
- TPL Ikpe Leyira Felicia – Committee Secretary
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