The Hidden Giants: Discovering New Species in the Niger Delta
Our recent expedition into the heart of the Niger Delta has yielded incredible results. We have identified three potentially new species of amphibians...
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Since 2016
Empowering indigenous communities in Nigeria to protect their ancestral lands.
The Centre for Ecological and Community Development (CECD) is a Civil Society Organization registered in Nigeria (RC: 89699). Our mission is to promote sustainable land use practices, build climate resilience, and protect rainforests, biodiversity, and coastal marine resources across the Niger Delta.
To promote sustainable land use practices, build climate resilience, and protect rainforests, biodiversity, and coastal marine resources.
To see globally significant ecosystems restored and protected for the benefit of people and wildlife.
Protecting and conserving the environment with emphasis on tropical rainforests and climate change.
Targeting 2.5 million hectares of shoreline and rainforests to return 15 million tons of carbon by 2030.
The Niger Delta Forest for Life project is divided into four integrated components designed to help farmers, fishermen, and communities.
Empowering local communities to manage and protect their forest resources sustainably.
Learn More →Protecting and restoring coastal ecosystems and wetlands in the Niger Delta.
Learn More →Developing forest-based alternative livelihoods and sustainable trade incentives.
Learn More →Utilizing modern technology for precise monitoring of forest health and carbon stocks.
Learn More →Updates on our conservation efforts, community engagement, and environmental initiatives across the Niger Delta.
Our recent expedition into the heart of the Niger Delta has yielded incredible results. We have identified three potentially new species of amphibians...
Read Full Article →Over the past six months, we have partnered with local communities to plant over 50,000 native trees. This initiative not only restores biodiversity b...
Read Full Article →Moments from our field activities, community engagements, and conservation efforts across the Niger Delta.
Every contribution helps us protect rainforests, build climate resilience, and ensure a sustainable future for communities across the Niger Delta.
Whether you're a scientist, a potential partner, or a supporter, we'd love to hear from you.
Email Us
cecdrainforestnig@gmail.com
Main Office
581 Ikwere Road, Rumuigbo, Port Harcourt, Rivers State
Operations Office
1 Ndoni Street, GRA Phase II, Port Harcourt