Overview

The National Forest Policy 2019 of Nigeria is a comprehensive document outlining the framework for sustainable forest management, conservation, and development. It addresses the historical decline of forest resources due to unsustainable exploitation, deforestation, agriculture, population growth, fuel wood collection, forest fires, and weak institutional capacity. The policy establishes guiding principles and strategies for forest reserve management, plantation development, and governance. Key objectives include enhancing forest contributions to the economy, biodiversity conservation, climate change mitigation, and promoting community participation. The policy covers priority areas such as forest management, plantation establishment, and off-reserve areas, with specific strategies for each. It emphasizes inter-sectoral coordination, stakeholder engagement, and alignment with international commitments.

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