2024 edition of Green Ghana slated for June 7; Yaa Naa calls for active participation - Adomonline.com

With a resounding call to action from all stakeholders, especially Ghanaians, Yaa Naa Abubakari Mahama II, the revered Overlord of the Dagbon Kingdom, has declared June 7, 2024 as Green Ghana Day as he launched the commencement of preparations for the Day.

In the keynote address, delivered by his representative, Naa Bapra Zangbalun Yakubu Mahama, Yaa Naa Abubakari Mahama II emphasized the significance of the Green Ghana Day Project initiated by His Excellency Nana Addo Danquah Akuffo Addo, President of the Republic of Ghana and Reflected on the commendable progress made since its inception in 2021, the Overlord expressed optimism about surpassing previous milestones.

He called on his paramount and divisional chiefs to actively participate in the Green Ghana Day initiative and ensure its success through diligent oversight and reporting.

Jinapor highlighted the critical importance of the Green Ghana Project in combating the escalating climate crisis

Emphasizing the remarkable achievements of the initiative, Minister Jinapor revealed that since its inception three years ago, over 42 million trees have been planted nationwide, surpassing targets and exceeding expectations.

With unwavering determination, Minister Jinapor announced an ambitious target of planting an additional ten million trees during this year’s Green Ghana Day, under the theme “Growing for a Greener Tomorrow.” This theme he said encapsulates the essence of nurturing planted trees to maturity, thereby maximizing their contribution to climate resilience.

Shani Alhassan Shaibu, at the Launch of the 2024 Green Ghana Day highlighted the collective dedication to environmental sustainability while underscoring the importance of proactive measures against pressing environmental challenges, including climate change, deforestation, and pollution.