Several state governments are strengthening forest surveillance amid growing security challenges
State governments across Nigeria have continued the deployment of forest guards as part of efforts to improve security around forest reserves and rural communities.
The move comes amid increasing concerns over insecurity in different parts of the country and growing attention on ungoverned forest areas.
Authorities believe enhanced monitoring of forests could help improve intelligence gathering and strengthen security presence in vulnerable locations.
The deployment reflects a wider effort by state governments to support existing security structures and improve protection around forest corridors.
As security challenges remain a national concern, forest surveillance continues to attract attention as one of several measures being explored by subnational governments.