Afi Mountain Wildlife Sanctuary Gorilla Research and Conservation Project (Nigeria)
Key Facts
FUNDING SCHEME Main Project
VALUE £117,900
WHERE Nigeria
Summary
Protection of the fauna, flora and overall ecosystem functions of the Afi Mountain Wildlife Sanctuary through locally integrated and effective management without external assistance.
Increased capacity of Forestry Commission staff to manage the Sanctuary effectively; An effective ranger-based protection and monitoring programme carried out by Forestry Commission staff ; Consultations between Sanctuary staff and communities occurring regularly in all villages; School conservation clubs initiated education materials.
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