By People’s Post
Katsina State Governor, Mallam Dikko Umaru Radda, has unveiled a state-wide Tree Planting and Landscaping Project across 120 schools, with each school receiving 200 trees and ₦5,000 per pupil, as part of his plan to tackle desertification and ecological challenges in the state.
The initiative, carried out in partnership with the Ahmad Uthman Purelife Foundation and the ACRESAL Project Katsina, was flagged off today at Government Junior Secondary School, Koda, in Charanchi Local Government Area.
In his remarks, Governor Radda stressed that the project goes beyond planting trees—it is about planting hope, securing the future, and leaving a lasting legacy for Katsina.
He described the initiative as a commitment to children, farmers, elders, and the land that has nourished the state for generations.
Governor Radda explained that the project aims to tackle pressing climate challenges such as desertification, drought, and shrinking farmlands. It is designed to restore the environment, improve forest cover, and create greener, healthier communities.
Each of the 120 schools across all Local Government Areas will benefit from new green spaces, providing shaded areas for students and teachers, improving comfort, and enhancing the learning environment.
The project will also help improve air quality, reduce carbon emissions, and encourage young people to take responsibility for protecting the environment.
Highlighting the wider benefits, Governor Radda said each tree will absorb carbon dioxide, prevent soil erosion, retain water, and support local wildlife. “Every tree is a living symbol of our commitment to sustainability,” he added.
Governor Radda thanked Mr. Ahmad Uthman, Founder of the Purelife Foundation, for his vision and support, as well as the ACRESAL Project Katsina for their technical expertise.
He described the partnership between government, civil society, and the private sector as a model for sustainable development.
The Governor also called on students, teachers, parents, community leaders, and local governments to take active part in the programme, stressing that combining education with environmental responsibility will raise future leaders who value sustainability.
Earlier, Ahmad Uthman Muhammad, Founder of the Purelife Foundation, praised Governor Radda as a “climate-friendly leader” who is positioning Katsina at the forefront of global sustainability.
He noted that the project does not only plant trees but also provides shade, beauty, and better learning environments for children.
Since its establishment, the Foundation has planted more than 30,000 trees in schools, hospitals, and public spaces. Under the “A Tree for Every Child Project,” over 10,000 pupils have received a tree and ₦5,000 each—supporting families and building environmental stewardship among young people.
