Conservation in Action
Research-backed, community-driven projects tackling the most urgent threats to Nigeria's ocean.
SOA Nigeria Field Teams
Outcomes & Impact
100+ mangroves planted; 6 communities engaged; 8 active restoration sites; 150+ volunteers mobilised.
Mangrove Restoration Project
A community-led initiative restoring Nigeria's threatened coastal mangrove ecosystems through targeted planting, biodiversity monitoring, and climate resilience education.
Project Goals
- Plant 100+ mangrove seedlings
- Engage 10 coastal communities
- Monitor biodiversity recovery
- Train local youth as restoration champions
Ajibola Adedoye
Outcomes & Impact
Position papers delivered to African Group delegates; growing youth-led movement against DSM.
Why Should the African Group Support a Moratorium on Deep Seabed Mining?
Advocating for the African Group at the International Seabed Authority to support a precautionary moratorium on deep seabed mining until the full environmental impact is understood.
Project Goals
- Educate policymakers on DSM risks
- Engage African Group delegations
- Produce policy briefs
- Build youth advocacy coalition
SOA Nigeria Communications Team
Outcomes & Impact
Consistent weekly reach; growing social media following; increased youth awareness.
Ocean Friday Campaign
A weekly social media and community awareness campaign running every Friday to drive ocean conservation conversations across Nigeria.
Project Goals
- Build ocean awareness
- Grow community engagement
- Develop ocean advocates
- Drive weekly action
SOA Nigeria Field Teams
Outcomes & Impact
1,000+ kg of waste removed; 100+ volunteers mobilised; multiple cleanup events completed.
Nigerian Coastal Cleanup Initiative
Coordinated beach and coastal cleanup operations across Nigerian coastlines — from Bar Beach in Lagos to shorelines in Rivers State.
Project Goals
- Remove ocean-bound plastic
- Engage coastal communities
- Train cleanup volunteers
- Advocate for waste policies
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