BiodiversityBlogsTravel & Tourism Drill Monkey in Nigeria: Afi Wildlife Sanctuary’s Last Refuge (2025) by Philip Sifon 2 months ago written by Philip Sifon The drill monkey is one of Nigeria’s most endangered primates, and Afi Wildlife Sanctuary is one of its last safe havens. This protected area, hidden in the forested hills of … Continue Reading 2 months ago 0 comment 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinTelegramEmail
BiodiversityTravel & Tourism Nigeria’s Cross River Gorilla: Fewer Than 350 Left in the Wild by Philip Sifon 2 months ago written by Philip Sifon The Cross River gorilla is one of the rarest and most endangered animals in the world. Found only in the remote forests along Nigeria’s border with Cameroon, this species is … Continue Reading 2 months ago 0 comment 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinTelegramEmail
BiodiversityTravel & Tourism Saving Nigeria’s Mangroves: Wildlife, Communities & Conservation by Philip Sifon 2 months ago written by Philip Sifon You know those odd-looking trees with roots sticking out of muddy water? The ones you might spot while driving past a coastal village or flying over the Delta? Those are … Continue Reading 2 months ago 0 comment 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinTelegramEmail
BiodiversityBlogsTravel & Tourism Okomu National Park: Edo State’s Last Rainforest and Its Wildlife by Philip Sifon 2 months ago written by Philip Sifon Do you know there’s a rainforest in the wild that is still standing in Edo State? In a country where most rainforest is gone, Okomu National Park is quietly holding … Continue Reading 2 months ago 0 comment 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinTelegramEmail
BiodiversityTravel & Tourism Exploring Gashaka-Gumti: Nigeria’s Most Biodiverse National Park by Philip Sifon 2 months ago written by Philip Sifon Most people do not realise that Nigeria is home to one of West Africa’s largest and most important national parks. Gashaka-Gumti National Park spans over 6,400 square kilometres across Taraba … Continue Reading 2 months ago 0 comment 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinTelegramEmail
BiodiversityCommunity-Based TourismTravel & Tourism Community-Led Conservation in Cross River: Local Voices Saving Forests by Philip Sifon 2 months ago written by Philip Sifon The term “community” is frequently used in conservation, but in Cross River, it means more than just a catchphrase.It explains why forests are still standing in areas like Ekuri, Afi, … Continue Reading 2 months ago 0 comment 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinTelegramEmail
BiodiversityEco-TourismTravel & Tourism How Ecotourism Protects Nigeria’s Rainforests in 2025 by Philip Sifon 2 months ago written by Philip Sifon Sighting animals in the forest once attracted tourists, guides, and cameras. Today, in parts of Nigeria’s rainforests, the same sight often signals a poacher’s payday. The country’s most biodiverse forests, … Continue Reading 2 months ago 0 comment 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinTelegramEmail
BiodiversityTravel & Tourism Bushmeat Trade in Nigeria: Wildlife Impact & Alternatives by Philip Sifon 3 months ago written by Philip Sifon The bushmeat trade in Nigeria is everywhere, from roadside grills to open markets in Lagos. But it is not just about food. Behind the smoke are vanishing animals, weak laws, … Continue Reading 3 months ago 0 comment 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinTelegramEmail
BiodiversityTravel & Tourism Endangered Species of Nigeria 2025: Can We Save Them? by Philip Sifon 3 months ago written by Philip Sifon You don’t need to go deep into a forest in Nigeria to know something is wrong. The animals meant to be there are no longer there. Across Nigeria, species that … Continue Reading 3 months ago 0 comment 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinTelegramEmail
BiodiversityTravel & Tourism Nigerian Sacred Forest Conservation: Efforts & Threats (2025 Guide) by Philip Sifon 3 months ago written by Philip Sifon Most of Nigeria’s sacred forests have no fences, guards, or warning signs. Yet, many have remained untouched for centuries. Not because they were forgotten, but because people still fear, respect, … Continue Reading 3 months ago 0 comment 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinTelegramEmail