Jigawa House of Assembly Takes Giant Leap Towards Environmental Conservation
By Abdulhamid Sani
In a significant move to promote environmental sustainability and economic development, the Jigawa State House of Assembly, led by Rt. Hon. QS Haruna Aliyu Dangyatin, has initiated several key legislations aimed at protecting the state’s natural resources.
During a session held on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, the assembly deliberated on five crucial bills, all of which received their first reading. These bills are designed to:
- Amend the Forestry Law: This legislation seeks to update and improve the existing forestry law to ensure better management and conservation of Jigawa’s forest resources.
- Reform the Bush Burning System: The proposed law aims to regulate bush burning practices, mitigating its harmful effects on the environment and promoting more sustainable land use practices.
- Enhance Wild Animal Protection: This bill focuses on improving the protection and management of wild animals in Jigawa State, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Introduce Compulsory Monthly Sanitation: The legislation proposes a mandatory monthly sanitation exercise to maintain a clean environment, promoting public health and environmental sustainability.
- Establish the Jigawa State Environmental Protection Agency: This bill seeks to create an agency dedicated to overseeing environmental protection efforts in the state, ensuring effective implementation of environmental policies.
These legislative initiatives underscore the commitment of the Jigawa State House of Assembly, under the leadership of Rt. Hon. QS Haruna Aliyu Dangyatin, to environmental conservation and economic development. By protecting the state’s natural resources, these laws are expected to contribute to the state’s economic growth, generate income, and improve the overall quality of life for its citizens.
These legislative efforts are crucial for Jigawa State’s environmental sustainability and economic development. By conserving natural resources and promoting a clean environment, the state can attract investments, create jobs, and improve public health.
The bills will undergo further readings and deliberations before being passed into law. Stakeholders and citizens are encouraged to provide input and feedback to ensure the laws effectively address the state’s environmental challenges.
The Jigawa State House of Assembly’s proactive approach to environmental conservation is a welcome development. As these legislations progress, it is essential for all stakeholders to collaborate and ensure their effective implementation. With these laws in place, Jigawa State is poised to experience significant economic and environmental benefits.
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