Wildlife Weekly9 Des 2025

Enhancing Wildlife Protection Laws in Nigeria.

Nigeria’s current wildlife law is old and inconsistent with international standards. Besides, it has weak penalties and provides little or no deterrence for wildlife criminals. This story will examine the economic losses caused by wildlife crime, the potential for eco-tourism, and the importance of preserving biodiversity in Nigeria. We will set up interviews with the organizations at the frontline of pushing for a new law, the Endangered Species Conservation and Protection Bill, 2024. The bill passed its second reading, and a public hearing was held in Nigeria’s House of Representatives in October 2024.Championed by Hon. Terseer Ugbor, the Deputy Chairman of the House Committee on Environment: The Bill tackles pressing challenges such as illegal wildlife trade, species conservation, and the decline of Nigeria’s precious wildlife and their habitats. The bill also seeks to improve the capabilities of law enforcement agencies, give investigator smore powers to look into financial matters and conduct operations guided by intelligence, and enable judges to speed up wildlife cases and recover assets. Additionally, it aligns with international treaties, encourages global cooperation, and introduces stricter penalties for poachers and traffickers. The new law will introduce stricter penalties for wildlife trafficking, including hefty fines and imprisonment, empowering law enforcement agencies to take decisive action against those involved in illegal activities.

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World Rangers Day

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World Zoonosis Day - Protecting humans from zoonotic diseases

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World Parrots Day - Why are parrots disappearing?

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12 Jun 202530min

International Turtle Day: Protecting Nigeria’s Sea Turtles from Extinction

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International Bat Appreciation Day: The Role of Bats in Nigeria’s Ecosystem

Bats play a crucial role in pollination, seed dispersal, and pest control; however, they are oftenmisunderstood and persecuted because of superstitions and fears. In Nigeria, bats are frequentlyhunted...

28 Apr 202531min