EDO GOVERNOR APPOINTS ECOLOGICAL FUNDING COMMISSION CHAIRMAN

The Edo State Government has announced the appointment of a new chairman for the state’s ecological funding commission as part of efforts to strengthen environmental management and disaster response.

The appointment was confirmed in an official statement, which said the move is aimed at improving coordination of ecological projects and ensuring more effective use of intervention funds.

According to the government, the new leadership will be responsible for overseeing initiatives targeted at addressing erosion, flooding, and other environmental challenges affecting communities across the state.

Officials noted that Edo State continues to face ecological concerns in several areas, making sustained intervention and proper funding management a priority.

The governor expressed confidence that the appointee’s experience will contribute to more efficient implementation of environmental programmes.

Stakeholders say improved ecological funding management is critical to reducing environmental risks and protecting vulnerable communities from climate-related disasters.

The government also reiterated its commitment to partnering with federal agencies and development partners to tackle ecological challenges.

The appointment takes immediate effect, with expectations that the commission will begin work on priority projects in affected communities.