RadioIITA 88.5 FM has collaborated with the Wild Africa to premiere a new bi-weekly radio program, Conservation Focus, aimed at raising awareness about wildlife conservation and environmental issues in Nigeria. The show, anchored by conservationist Dajie Odok, is designed to bring attention to the vital role forests, birds, and conservationists play in preserving the country’s biodiversity.

The inaugural episode of Conservation Focus aired to an enthusiastic audience, exploring Nigeria’s urgent wildlife and forest conservation challenges. The guest speaker, Festus Iyorah, Nigerian Representative for Wild Africa Fund, highlighted the alarming impacts of deforestation, illegal hunting, and habitat destruction on Nigeria’s ecosystems. “Nigeria’s wildlife is under serious threat, but it’s not too late to reverse the damage,” said Festus during the discussion. “Through community engagement, education, and sustainable practices, we can protect these vital ecosystems for future generations.”

“Wild Africa is expanding its campaign beyond Lagos to other states in Nigeria, and radio remains one of the most effective ways to connect with new audiences due to its widespread accessibility. Through RadioIITA, particularly with its work promoting IITA Forest Center, which focuses on forest protection and conservation in Nigeria, our campaign will resonate with diverse audiences listening to the radio in Southwest Nigeria and its environs. By leveraging these efforts, we aim to raise awareness and drive action towards preserving Nigeria’s forests and forests” he said.

Conservation Focus, in addition to its insightful discussions, features segments like conservation facts, quizzes, and recommendations for films, documentaries, and podcasts about conservation. The program’s unique format is designed to inspire support for local conservation efforts, especially among Nigeria’s youth and families. By engaging with the show, the audience becomes an integral part of the solution, empowered to make a difference in Nigeria’s conservation landscape.

Listeners are encouraged to tune in to the next episode, which will delve deeper into alternative solutions to bushmeat consumption, including promoting Noiler Chicken as a sustainable option. The replay link is available below to catch up on the first episode.

RadioIITA and Wild Africa’s collaboration promises to elevate the conversation around wildlife preservation and inspire a new generation of conservation advocates. Stay tuned as Conservation Focus continues to spotlight the people and initiatives making a difference in Nigeria’s environmental landscape.

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Contributed by Dajie Odok