CECD Nigeria

Protecting Rainforests
For Life.

The Centre for Ecological and Community Development (CECD) is dedicated to promoting sustainable land use, building climate resilience, and protecting rainforests across the Niger Delta.

2.5M

Hectares Target

600+

Communities

2030

Carbon Goal

Niger Delta Rainforest

Since 2016

Empowering indigenous communities in Nigeria to protect their ancestral lands.

Restoring Ecosystems.

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.

Our Mission

To promote sustainable land use practices, build climate resilience, and protect rainforests, biodiversity, and coastal marine resources.

Our Vision

To see globally significant ecosystems restored and protected for the benefit of people and wildlife.

Our Focus

Protecting and conserving the environment with emphasis on tropical rainforests and climate change.

Our Impact

Targeting 2.5 million hectares of shoreline and rainforests to return 15 million tons of carbon by 2030.

Project Components.

The Niger Delta Forest for Life project is divided into four integrated components designed to help farmers, fishermen, and communities.

Community Based Forest Management

Empowering local communities to manage and protect their forest resources sustainably.

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Coastal Area Management

Protecting and restoring coastal ecosystems and wetlands in the Niger Delta.

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Zero Deforestation Supply Chain

Developing forest-based alternative livelihoods and sustainable trade incentives.

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ICT in Monitoring Systems

Utilizing modern technology for precise monitoring of forest health and carbon stocks.

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Latest News.

Updates on our conservation efforts, community engagement, and environmental initiatives across the Niger Delta.

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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Community-Led Reforestation: A Success Story

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...

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Support Our Mission.

Every contribution helps us protect rainforests, build climate resilience, and ensure a sustainable future for communities across the Niger Delta.

Monthly Donation

Provide consistent support for our rangers and research programs.

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Adopt a Tree

Directly fund reforestation efforts and track your tree's growth.

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Volunteer

Join us on the ground for field research and community projects.

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Spread the Word

Share our mission with your network and raise awareness.

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Get in Touch.

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