By Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S
During the Ministry of Information and Civic Education’s (MOIC) weekly press briefing at the Miatta Conference Centre, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Jiwoh Abdulai, reaffirmed his ministry’s steadfast commitment to protecting the Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary and the Western Area Peninsula National Park.
Minister Abdulai issued a strong warning against illegal encroachments and construction activities in and around the park, highlighting the serious threats these pose to the region’s rich biodiversity and human populations.
“The Western Area Peninsula National Park is not only home to endangered species like chimpanzees but also serves as the primary source of water for the capital city, Freetown,” he stated. “Ongoing deforestation and unregulated development are jeopardizing our natural heritage and water security.”
He urged citizens to refrain from building in environmentally protected and restricted zones, emphasizing that safeguarding the park is crucial for maintaining both biodiversity and public safety. His remarks come amid rising concerns over environmental degradation in the Western Area, with conservation groups and local communities alarmed by the adverse effects of human activities on protected ecosystems.
Minister Abdulai reiterated the government’s commitment to enforcing environmental laws and collaborating with stakeholders to promote sustainable development that honors Sierra Leone’s ecological integrity.
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