Reforestation effort in Nigeria[edit]

Deforestation in the Lower Guinean Forests

The Lower Guinean forests are particularly vulnerable to deforestation, which is driven by a combination of factors, including logging, agriculture, mining, and infrastructure development. This multifaceted threat not only endangers the rich biodiversity of the region but also compromises its crucial role in carbon storage and sequestration.

Logging: Logging activities have long been a primary driver of deforestation in the Lower Guinean forests. Valuable timber species, such as mahogany and sapele, are harvested for commercial purposes. This not only results in the loss of forest cover but also leads to the disruption of forest ecosystems. Unsustainable logging practices often exacerbate the negative impacts by causing soil erosion and altering local hydrology, further degrading the habitat.