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DEPARTMENT OF SILVICULTURE

DEPARTMENT OF SILVICULTURE

MINISTRY OF FORESTRY

DEPARTMENT OF SILVICULTURE

DIRECTOR: Mr. Akeem Dele Akinsanya

E-mail: Akeemakinsanya@gmail.com

Functions of the Department

  1. To establish new forest plantations, using Agro-forestry and direct methods with a view to having a sustained wood production;
  2. To maintain old and existing plantations by applying all necessary silvicultural operations;
  3. To generate revenue for the government;
  4. To address the twin problems of global warming and poverty among the populace;
  5. To create jobs especially for youths, retirees and rural dwellers.