Gregory University Promises Eco-friendly Environment, Flags Off Tree Planting Exercise

The management of Gregory University Uturu has assured that it will continue to provide an eco-friendly environment for students, staff and visitors of the University.

The Vice Chancellor of the University, Prof Augustine Uwakwe made this known during the flag off of the school’s tree planting campaign at the weekend.

The don pointed out that “the aim is to provide an eco-friendly environment that stimulates knowledge assimilation while also enhancing the aesthetic beauty of the campus.”

Tagged ‘GUU Green Project Initiative’, the exercise is being executed under the the West African Green Energy Development Institute (WAGEDI) of the university.

According to Prof Uwakwe, during the exercise, members of university community are expected to plant over one thousand exotic trees, which are currently being nursed by the horticultural unit.

The Executive Director of GUU-WAGEDI, Prof Chidi Onuoha, in his comment underlined that tree planting has been recognised as effective in reversing the negative effects of Climate Change, stressing that trees provide shelter for wildlife, thereby promoting wildlife conservation.

“Trees are effective in erosion prevention,control and are critical in improving the quality of oxygen in the atmosphere, thereby cushioning the effects of hot weather. All these factors play important roles in promoting a serene atmosphere for learning on campus” he said.