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Abuja, Nigeria. April 12th, 2016 –Latest public opinion poll results released by NOIPolls have revealed that most Nigerians have expressed great concern over the recent increase in weather temperature across the country resulting into a spate of heatwave. This is evidenced by the findings where a vast majority of respondents (94 percent) attested to a recent change in temperature in their locality. Consequently, 80 percent  cited ‘increase in heat’ as the major noticeable change in weather and this is in line with recent weather forecasts by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NIMET) with temperature forecasts as high as 42°C in some parts of the country. In light of these findings, Nigerians have cited ‘tiredness/fatique’ (30 percent), ‘Headache’ (29 percent), ‘Rashes’ (24 percent) and ‘Dehydration’ (21 percent) among others as the obvious  effects of this change in weather. Moreover medical experts have warned that extreme exposure to high temperatures can lead to serious health implications and even death especially among children and the aged. In line with this, the recent deaths of 20 children in Eti-Osa area of Lagos State has been attributed to measles and meningitis caused by excessive heat, with other deaths recorded in Benue, Niger, Sokoto, Kano, Katsina, and Kebbi States among others. [1] While Nigerians are mindful of some of the effects of high temperatures, findings also showed that Nigerians are knowledgeable of some measures for managing the heatwave. In this light, most respondents (44 percent) were of the opinion that the frequent use of an ‘air conditioner or fan’ could be a way of managing this increase in temperature. Other measures identified include ‘keeping rooms well ventilated at night’ (28 percent), ‘drinking a lot of water’ (27 percent) and bathing regularly with cold water’ (11 percent) amongst others. Interestingly, these responses are in line with Dr. Eddie Wolff’s report on how to manage high temperatures.[2] Furthermore, when the issue of awareness was assessed, only 2 in 10 Nigerians showed awareness of the recent warning communicated by NIMET on expected change in weather temperature. This highlights a gap in sensitization and enlightenment of the public; thus there is need for public agencies responsible for climate change and other environmental issues to rise up to the responsibility of sensitization on the issue of expected changes in weather temperature, implications for the general public and agricultural sector and possible measures to mitigate the negative impact of the changes especially in public areas such as schools, market places  and religious gatherings. These are the key findings from the latest Heat Wave Poll conducted by NOIPolls in the week of April 4th 2016. Brief Background Global warming has steadily been on the incline the world over resulting in extreme temperatures and as a subset of the global environment, it is only expected that Nigeria would experience the effects of global warming and climate change as experienced in other parts of the globe. The recent increase in heat as attested to by a majority of Nigerians in what is supposed to be a time for rains is a major index of the growth rate of global warming, with tempratures climbing to as high as  40°C in some parts of the country. Nigeria has been experiencing an unusually excruciating hot weather with a sprinkling of rain falls which can be ascribed to the supposed transition from the dry season to the rainy season which is peculiar to the month of March, this could also be attributed to the global average air temperature of the earth hitting 1°C hotter than it was at the start of the twentieth century. This rise in temperature is not only typical to Nigeria as 11 people died in Cape Town in South Africa and during the summer heat wave in Northern France in August 2003, exceptionally high temperatures during the day and night for a period of three weeks killed 15,000 people and the large majority were older people. Also, according to statistics,[3] there were over 2,000 deaths in England in the same year. Over crowding, stagnant atmospheric conditions, over exposure to heat and over excercising are some factors that will expose a human to the effects of heat. People living in urban areas are more likely to experience hotter conditions than those residing in rural areas because of over-population and deforestation.[4] Some effects of heat like dehydration impairs both the physical and mental performance of humans, others like fatique and stress causes depletion of blood flow which may lead to hypertension and high blood pressure.[5] Heat has also been known to cause convulsions in children and menegitis which could lead to death. The Nigerian Meteorological Agencies (NIMET), a federal government agency charged with issuing weather (and climate) forecasts has advised Nigerians to prepare for a future with more hot days, warm nights and heat waves[6]. Although Nigeria is in the tropics, there still exists a dire need for smart adaptation strategies and engaging in climate resilient practices to cope with the damage that this change in temperature might cause. Against this background, NOIPolls conducted its recent public opinion poll to gauge the awareness and perceptions of Nigerians regarding change in temperature as well as evaluate how they can manage these extreme situations. Survey Findings In the light of the recent temperature rise and prevailing heat waves in Nigeria and other African countries,[7] the Nigerian Metroelogical Agency (NIMET) on 29th march 2016 warned Nigerians to brace up for more hot days, warm nights and heat waves across the country, because of the long residence of greenhouse gasses in the atmosphere.[8] In line with the above, this survey results revealed that 94 percent of respondents have experienced a change in temperature in their localities. This cuts across gender, geo-political zones and age-groups. Interestingly, the findings also show residents from the Northern region accounted for the largest proportion of Nigerians who experienced change in temperature in recent times. On the other hand, a meagre 6 percent responded negatively to this statement. Subsequently, in ascertaining the exact kind of temprature change expereinced, respondents high-lighted ‘increase in heat’(80 percent) and the North-East zone accounted for the largest proportion of Nigerians in this category. This further supports the statement by the Director General of the Nigerian Metreological Agency that rainfall season this year would be characterised by late onset especially in the Northern parts of the country.[9] Also, 15 percent of respondents specified  that they have experienced ‘extremely hot temprature’ lately and that the South-West zone (22 percent) and North-Central zone (21 percent) had the highest percentage of respondents in this category.On the other hand, 5 percent of respondents claimed that they experienced a ‘low temprature’ in their localities and residents from the South-South zone accounted for the largest proportion of Nigerians in this group. Despite the prevalence of these heat waves, temperature levels are bound to differ across different times of the day. In view of this, findings revealed that a significant proportion (53 percent) of Nigerians affirmed that they experienced changes in temperature during the day and residents from the North-East zone (66 percent) have the largest fraction of Nigerians who experienced change in temperature during the day. This is consistent with the findings of Peter Akpodiogaga, which revealed that increasing temperature and decreasing rainfall in the North East region is as a result of the expansion of the Sahara Desert located close to this region[10]. This is followed closely by 42 percent of the respondents who said they experience temperature change mostly at night. Other findings show that 8 percent of the respondents experience these changes in the morning, while, another 8 percent stated that they experience change in temperature throughout the day. Survey results revealed that the major effects of the change in temperature as indicated by Nigerians are ‘tiredness/fatique’ (30 percent), ‘Headache’ (29 percent), ‘Rashes’ (24 percent) and ‘Dehydration’ (21 percent) among other effects. Furthermore, findings revealed that most Nigerians (44 percent) prefer to use ‘air conditioner or fan’ to manage the increase in temperature. Also, more female (47 percent) than male respondents (41 percent) indicated air conditioner or fan and this is consistent with a study by two Dutch Scientist which revealed that women have a lower tolerance for hot weather since their bodies produce more heat at a resting metabolic rate, getting warmer quicker than the men.[11] Other ways identified are ‘keeping rooms well ventilated at night’ (28 percent), ‘drinking a lot of water’ (27 percent) and bathing regularly with cold water’ (11 percent). amongst other. The Nigeria Metrological Agency (NIMET) has warned that there will be less than normal, delayed and early cessation of rainfall than previous years across most parts of the country[12]. The level of awareness regarding the information by NIMET was assessed and the result shows that 8 in 10 Nigerians stated that they are not aware of the information. This high ignorance level infers that the agency should intensify sensitization and enlightenment in order to create the much-needed awareness on the issue. Contrarily, 20 percent acknowledged awareness of the warning. In conclusion, this survey has revealed that 94 percent of the respondents have experienced a change in temperature in their localities with 80 percent of this proportion experiencing an increase in temperature mostly during the day.Temperature change affects every facet of society; economies, environments and cultures. As a result, policy makers, planners, decision makers and other stakeholders should increasingly seek more information on the nature of extreme temperature. Individually and collectively, such insights increase the capacity to manage the risks associated with temperature change, and thereby reducing the consequences that society might otherwise have suffered. It is also very imperative for the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NIMET) and other stakeholders to device more effective means of disseminating information concerning temperature change as a significant 80 percent of  Nigerians are still unaware of the advice by NIMET on change in temperature. Survey Methods The opinion poll was conducted in the week of April 4th 2016. It involved telephone interviews of a random nationwide sample. 1,000 randomly selected phone-owning Nigerians aged 18 years and above, representing the six geopolitical zones in the country, were interviewed. With a sample of this size, we can say with 95% confidence that the results obtained are statistically precise – within a range of plus or minus 3%. NOIPolls Limited is the No1 for country specific polling services in West Africa. We conduct periodic opinion polls and studies on various socio-economic and political issues in Nigeria. More information is available at www.noi-polls.com Disclaimer This press release has been produced by NOIPolls Limited to provide information on all issues which form the subject matter of the document. Kindly note that while we are willing to share results from our polls with the general public, we only request that NOIPolls be acknowledged as author whenever and wherever our poll results are used, cited or published. NOIPolls hereby certifies that all the views expressed in this document accurately reflect its views of respondents surveyed for the poll, and background information is based on information from various sources that it believes are reliable; however, no representation is made that it is accurate or complete. Whilst reasonable care has been taken in preparing this document, no responsibility or liability is accepted for errors or fact or for any views expressed herein by NOIPolls for actions taken as a result of information provided in this report. Any ratings, forecasts, estimates, opinions or views herein constitute a judgment as at the date of this document. If the date of this document is not current, the views and content may not reflect NOIPolls’ current findings and/or thinking. Press Contact The Editor Email: editor@noi-polls.com [1] http://www.lagosstatenews.com/eti-osa [2] http://www.702.co.za/articles/6313/managing-heatwave [3] http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/learning/learn-about-the-weather/weather-phenomena/case-studies/heatwave [4] http://nema.gov.ng/heat-extreme/ [5] http://www.coolcanuck.com/Effects%20of%20Heat%20on%20the%20Body [6] http://nimet.gov.ng/publications [7] http://ladership.ng/news/506296/battling-impacts-heat-wave-nigeriae [8] http://www.vanguardngr.com/2016/03/prepare-hot-days-warm-nights-nimet-warns-nigerians/ [9] http://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2016/03/11/nimet-predicts-less-rainfall-in-2016-2/ [10]http://krepublishers.com/02-Journals/JHE/JHE-29-0-000-10-Web/JHE-29-1-000-10-Abst-PDF/JHE-29-1-047-10-1993-Odjugo-P-A-O/JHE-29-1-047-10-1993-Odjugo-P-A-O-Tt.pdf [11] http://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-33760845 [12] http://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2016/03/11/nimet-predicts-less-rainfall-in-2016-2/

Abuja, Nigeria. June 7th, 2016 – The World Environment Day (WED) was commemorated on June 5th 2016 with the theme ‘Join the race to make the world a better place’. The celebration which started since 1974 by the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) has a major focus on environmental sustainability.  Angola was the host country for the 2016 celebration and it was to encourage their effort in seeking to restore its elephant herds, conserve Africa’s biodiversity-rich wildlife, and safe-guard the environment as it continues to rebuild after more than a quarter century of civil war[1] Also, two days to the World Environmental Day, the Vice President Yemi Osibanjo visited Ogoni land to flag off the ‘Ogoni clean-up’campaign. The clean-up of the heavily polluted Ogoni land was in response to the recommendation given by the United Nation Environmental Program, UNEP, in its report in 2011. The campaign was to ensure thatthe regulators of oil industry carry out their responsibilities in line with global best practices while avoiding water pollution and destruction of aquatic ecology[2]. Water is an essential and the most important part of our environment after oxygen. Most diseases and illnesses are as a result of poor sanitation and dirty or polluted waters. Access to clean water in Nigeria has remained an important issue when it comes to basic amenities. Over 57 million Nigerians do not have access to clean water in Nigeria while 130 million people don’t have access to adequate sanitation; this is two-thirds of the population. Also around 68,000 children under five years old die every year from diarrhea caused by unsafe water and poor sanitation[3]. In view of the world environment day celebration, NOIPolls Limited presents a throwback poll on ‘access to clean water’ conducted in March 2015, as a follow up to the one conducted in February 2013 to ascertain the sources of and level of access to clean water in Nigeria. Excerpts of Findings from NOIPolls’ Access to Clean Water poll. Results showed that most Nigerians mainly indicated ‘pure water’ (29 percent) as the major source of drinking water in their homes. This is followed by respondents who cited ‘tap water’ (18 percent) ‘private borehole’ (17 percent), ‘public borehole’ (14 percent), and ‘bottled water’ (8 percent) as their main source of drinking water amongst other sources. Analysis by geo-political zone revealed that the North-Central (37 percent) zone accounted for the largest proportion of Nigerians whose source of drinking water is pure water, the North-East zone (41 percent) for tap water and the South-East zone (33 percent) accounted for the largest proportion of Nigerians who mentioned private boreholes as their source of drinking water. When the 2015 results were compared with findings obtained in 2013, a 2-points increase was revealed in the proportion of Nigerians who use pure water as their main source of drinking water. (Also there was  a decline in the proportion of Nigerians who use private bore holes (8-points) and bottled water (11-points) as well as a corresponding increase in the proportion of Nigerians who use tap water (7-points) and public bore holes (8-points)  in accessing drinking water for their homes. The poll also revealed that almost half of the respondents (48 percent) affirmed that access to clean water is a challenge to them and their household with majority of respondents from this group representing the North-East zone (69 percent), while 52 percent of the Nigerians surveyed revealed that access to clean water is not a challenge to them and their household; with a larger share of the respondents from this category representing the South-West zone (66 percent). Trend analysis showed a slight 1-point increase in the proportion of respondents who indicated that access to clean water is a challenge to them in 2015 from 2013 (47 percent). The poll also sought to evaluate sanitation facilities used by Nigerians and findings revealed that toilets connected to private septic tanks were the most used sanitation facilities as reported by the larger proportion (74 percent) of Nigerians, whereas, 22 percent confirmed they use pit latrine at their homes. Also, 2 percent indicated their sanitation facility is connected to the public sewage system and this was only obtainable in the North-Central zone. More analysis by geo-political zone indicated that the South-East and the South-South zone accounted for the highest number of respondents (93 percent) who indicated their sanitation facility is connected to private septic tanks, while the North-East zone (43 percent) and the North West zone (45 percent) had the largest proportion of Nigerians who indicated the use of pit latrine. Trend evaluation showed an 11-points increase in the percentage of respondents who reported they use pit latrines and a 5-points decline in the proportion of Nigerians whose toilets are connected to private septic tanks in 2015 from 2013. In conclusion, the poll results revealed that most Nigerians relied on  ‘pure water’ (29 percent) as their major source of drinking water in their homes, while others mentioned the use of  ‘tap water’ (18 percent) and ‘private borehole’ (17 percent) amongst other means. Also, almost half of the respondents (48 percent) stated that access to clean water was a challenge to them and their household out of which 72 percent of these respondents claimed that this challenge is to a large extent. More findings revealed that toilets connected to private septic tanks are the most used sanitation facility as reported by majority (74 percent) of Nigerians. Moreover, a significant proportion of Nigerians 22 percent use pit latrine in their homes amongst other facilities. Finally, in reflection on this years’ world environmental day, it is pertinent for the above data be used by the responsible agencies for more proactive approach in ensuring adequate access to clean water and sanitation facilities, while sensitizing Nigerians on  the importance of proper sanitation and water hygiene in order to minimize hygiene related health issues in Nigeria. Survey Methods The opinion poll was conducted in the week 2rd March 2015. It involved telephone interviews of a random nationwide sample. 1,000 randomly selected phone-owning Nigerians aged 18 years and above, representing the six geopolitical zones in the country, were interviewed. With a sample of this size, we can say with 95% confidence that the results obtained are statistically precise – within a range of plus or minus 3%. NOIPolls Limited is the No1 for country specific polling services in West Africa. We conduct periodic opinion polls and studies on various socio-economic and political issues in Nigeria. More information is available at www.noi-polls.com Disclaimer This press release has been produced by NOIPolls Limited to provide information on all issues which form the subject matter of the document. Kindly note that while we are willing to share results from our polls with the general public, we only request that NOIPolls be acknowledged as author whenever and wherever our poll results are used, cited or published. NOIPolls hereby certifies that all the views expressed in this document accurately reflect its views of respondents surveyed for the poll, and background information is based on information from various sources that it believes are reliable; however, no representation is made that it is accurate or complete. Whilst reasonable care has been taken in preparing this document, no responsibility or liability is accepted for errors or fact or for any views expressed herein by NOIPolls for actions taken as a result of information provided in this report. Any ratings, forecasts, estimates, opinions or views herein constitute a judgment as at the date of this document. If the date of this document is not current, the views and content may not reflect NOIPolls’ current findings and/or thinking. Press Contact The Editor Email: editor@noi-polls.com [1] http://www.wed2016.com/ [2] http://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/headlines/204564-osinbajo-flags-off-ogoni-cleanup-after-buhari-cancelled-trip.html [3] http://www.wateraid.org/ng

Abuja, Nigeria. June 21st, 2016 –The World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought was commemorated on June 17th 2016 and it is a day set aside by United Nations each year to promote public awareness relating to international cooperation to combat desertification and the effects of drought. The theme for this year (2016) was ‘Inclusive cooperation for achieving Land Degradation Neutrality’, and issues regarding the importance of Land as a natural resource and how its degradation affects the livelihood and wellbeing of humanity were brought to the fore on several global discussions. As part of its contribution to the global discourse on desertification and environmental sustainability, and also given that in recent times, Nigeria as a nation has witnessed some direct impacts of environmental degradation and its repercussion on socio-economic stability in the forms of violent conflicts and scramble for environmental resources. For example, the recent clashes between herdsmen and farmers in several parts of the country, which has been attributed to the increased migration of herdsmen in search of pasture as a result of growing desertification and shrinking of the chad basin and also the emergence of militants in the nations Niger delta region, who are carrying out vandalism of the nation’s oil and gas infrastructure as a way of protesting the environmental degradation and poor development of the region. Excerpts of Findings from NOIPolls Climate Change Report. In view of the world desertification day commemoration, NOIPolls has released findings from its special report on climate change, highlighting assessments of Nigerians on deforestation, desertification, and the effects of environmental change on livelihoods. Findings from a series of national polls conducted between 2007 and 2014 showed a decline in forest covers in most parts of the country with more than half of the respondents (55 percent) who reported observations of fewer trees in their communities. The results further showed that over the 4 year period (2007, 2008, 2010 and 2013), an average of 22 percent of respondents claimed to have observed that ‘there were more trees’ , whereas an average of 55 percent (the majority) claimed ‘there are fewer trees’. Further findings also revealed that the majority (43 percent on average) indicated that the temperature had gotten ‘warmer’, and the overall majority of respondents (73 percent on average) believe that changes in the environment would have consequential impacts on their livelihood. Desertification is land degradation in drylands, resulting from various factors, including climatic variations and human activities. While climate change affects the whole world, the poorest suffer the most. The Millennium Ecosystem Assessment report revealed that 20 percent of arid regions have already become desertified and that 2 billion people, one third of the human population of the planet, are at great risk of poverty, hunger and disease. Another study by the Woods Hole Research Centre established that the Amazon Forest is at imminent risk of being turned into desert.  If the 90 billion tons of carbon stored in the Forest were to be released into the atmosphere, it would have disastrous consequences on the world’s climate, increasing global warming by an estimated 50 percent.[1] In view of the above statement, respondents’ opinions were assessed in terms of temperature pattern and in 2007, the majority (47 percent) indicated that the temperature got ‘warmer’, whereas in 2010, 24 percent of the respondents stated that the temperature got ‘colder’. In addition, more respondents (46 percent) stressed that the temperature ‘stayed the same’ in 2007. Further analysis revealed disparities across all the geo-political zones as the North-East zone recorded the warmest temperature in 2010 as revealed by 69 percent of the respondents from that region. Climate Change affects all countries in the world as droughts and floods are destroying the crops and harvest of farmers especially in developing countries, leaving them in a miserable situation. In determining the effect of climate change on the means of livelihood, an average of 73 percent of respondents within the period surveyed, answered in the affirmative. This is evident as crops are getting destroyed due to periods of extreme heat and heavy rains hence adversely affecting the livelihood of people especially famers. Across the geo-political zones, the majority of the respondents (90 percent) who stated that adverse changes in the environment would have effect on their livelihood are from the South-South (2007). This region also maintained the highest average number of respondents that answered the question in affirmation (79 percent). In conclusion, climate change and desertification are somewhat related hence, combating desertification would yield multiple local and global benefits and help mitigate biodiversity loss and human-induced global climate change. Environmental management approaches for combating desertification, mitigating climate change, and conserving biodiversity are interlinked in many ways. Therefore, joint implementation of major environmental conventions can lead to increased synergy and effectiveness, benefiting dryland people. Effectively dealing with desertification will lead to a reduction in global poverty. Addressing desertification is critical and viable alternatives must be provided to dryland people to maintain their livelihood without causing desertification. These alternatives should be embedded in national strategies to reduce poverty and in national action programs to combat desertification. Survey Methods The survey was conducted by NOIPolls/Gallup in 2007, 2008, 2010 and 2013. It involves face-to-face interviews of a random sample of 7,864 nationwide across the four years for Nigerians that are 18 years and above, representing the six geo-political zones in the country. NOIPolls Limited is the No1 for country specific polling services in West Africa. We conduct periodic opinion polls and studies on various socio-economic and political issues in Nigeria. More information is available at www.noi-polls.com Disclaimer This press release has been produced by NOIPolls Limited to provide information on all issues which form the subject matter of the document. Kindly note that while we are willing to share results from our polls with the general public, we only request that NOIPolls be acknowledged as author whenever and wherever our poll results are used, cited or published. NOIPolls hereby certifies that all the views expressed in this document accurately reflect its views of respondents surveyed for the poll, and background information is based on information from various sources that it believes are reliable; however, no representation is made that it is accurate or complete. Whilst reasonable care has been taken in preparing this document, no responsibility or liability is accepted for errors or fact or for any views expressed herein by NOIPolls for actions taken as a result of information provided in this report. Any ratings, forecasts, estimates, opinions or views herein constitute a judgment as at the date of this document. If the date of this document is not current, the views and content may not reflect NOIPolls’ current findings and/or thinking. Press Contact The Editor Email: editor@noi-polls.com [1] http://www.worldpreservationfoundation.org/topic.php?cat=climateChange&vid=23#.V2d-D1UrJdg

Abuja, Nigeria. October 10th, 2017 – Considering the serious impact of natural disasters over the world, particularly in developing countries, the United Nations (UN) observes the International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction annually on the second Wednesday of October to raise the profile of disaster risk reduction. The 2017 campaign seeks to raise global awareness about effective actions, policies and practices that can lessen these disasters at all levels, thereby contributing to saving homes and livelihoods. This is a considerable challenge which can be accomplished through coordination, cooperation and collaboration among various stakeholders and a campaign for people and governments to engage in safe environmental practices that enhance communities and nations.[1] Nigeria, like the rest of the world, is exposed to a wide range of natural or human induced disasters. While some of these disasters are rapid, others have a slow-onset, resulting in catastrophic situations which lead to loss of lives, property and environmental degradation. These disasters could occur in form of drought, desertification, flooding, epidemics, coastal erosion, dam failure, building collapse, oil spillage, maritime collision or accident, fire amongst others. Since the beginning of time, some human activities have been impacting the environment negatively. Population growth has led to increased urbanisation which in turn negatively affects agricultural activities as green areas, arable lands and trees are overtaken and cut down for commercial purposes. In line with these, findings from NOI’s past poll on climate change in Nigeria revealed a decline in forest covers in most parts of the country with more than half of the respondents observing fewer trees in their communities over the years. Furthermore, the increasing consumption of fossil fuels has also directly impacted the environment negatively, mainly through changes in global weather patterns, leading to an increase in natural disasters like floods and wildfires.[2] Not to mention that Nigeria has witnessed series of floods in several parts of the country which have had direct impacts on the citizens; such as the loss of lives, properties and livelihood as well as socio-economic instability. For instance, the Benue State Emergency Management Agency, SEMA, in August 2017, reported that over 110,000 people in 24 communities in Benue state were displaced by flood in recent months hence forcing them to live elsewhere. [3] Finally, in view of the 2017 International Day for Natural Disaster Reduction, it is therefore pertinent that organizations, governments and other stakeholders synergise efforts to regulate deforestation by enforcing forest preservation and green areas’ policies, rules and laws. For instance, laws on timber, wood fuel, farming and land use among other forest resources must be advanced and enforced to limit deforestation. Deforestation can also be counteracted through awareness, sensitization and educative campaigns to help citizens understand the causes, effects, and ways of counteracting deforestation while also emphasizing the negative effects of deforestation. Finally, government must implement programmes that reduce the speed of deforestation in Nigeria and policies that will help towards minimizing firewood consumption. These will help in curtailing the impact of deforestation on the climate, soil degradation, desertification, erosion and decline in agricultural productivity. Disclaimer This press release has been produced by NOIPolls Limited to provide information on all issues which form the subject matter of the document. Kindly note that while we are willing to share results from our polls with the general public, we only request that NOIPolls be acknowledged as author whenever and wherever our poll results are used, cited or published. NOIPolls hereby certifies that all the views expressed in this document accurately reflect its views of respondents surveyed for the poll, and background information is based on information from various sources that it believes are reliable; however, no representation is made that it is accurate or complete. Whilst reasonable care has been taken in preparing this document, no responsibility or liability is accepted for errors or fact or for any views expressed herein by NOIPolls for actions taken as a result of information provided in this report. Any ratings, forecasts, estimates, opinions or views herein constitute a judgment as at the date of this document. If the date of this document is not current, the views and content may not reflect NOIPolls’ current findings and/or thinking. Press Contact The Editor Email: editor@noi-polls.com [1] https://www.timeanddate.com/holidays/un/international-day-natural-disaster-reduction [2] http://www.worldwatch.org/human-actions-worsen-natural-disasters [3] https://www.premiumtimesng.com/regional/north-central/242038-flood-displaces-110000-people-makurdi-sema.html