David Omaghomi Drives Tree Planting Initiative For Coastal Protection
Prince David Omaghomi, a distinguished Trustee of the Eco-Restoration Foundation and a member of Lekki Estates Residents and Stakeholders Association (LERSA), has passionately endorsed the flag-off of the 1 million trees initiative along the Lekki-Epe corridor. This initiative serves as a continuation of ongoing efforts to green the peninsula and fortify it against the looming threat of coastal erosion.
Addressing the critical issue of oceanification, Prince David emphasized the vulnerability of Lekki, Victoria Island, and Ikoyi, all situated below sea level. He warned of the impending risk, predicting that without intervention, these areas could be lost to the ocean within a couple of decades.
Prince David elucidated on the strategic role of tree planting in mitigating oceanification and ensuring the preservation of the economic security of the corridor.
He stated, “Conserving the environment helps to conserve the future and your investment. This initiative is about wealth preservation, ensuring the safety of future generations and safeguarding multi-billion dollar investments in real estate, industrialization, and the general economic life on Lagos Island.”
Urging the active involvement of Lagosians, Prince David called for collective action in planting trees, suggesting various avenues for contribution.
He encouraged adopting a stretch, engaging in corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects, and even celebrating events like birthdays by requesting trees instead of traditional gifts.
Highlighting the progress made so far, Prince David shared, “With Eco-Restoration Foundation, LERSA, and LASPAC, we have already planted 50% of the trees on the corridor from the Admiralty Tollgate. The target is a million trees over the next few years, and this move is set to scale up efforts, extending from the current location to Epe.”
The collaborative endeavor between the Eco-Restoration Foundation, LERSA, and LASPAC underscores the commitment to environmental sustainability, aiming not only for a greener corridor but also the preservation of the economic vitality of this crucial region in Lagos.
