Environmental CARE Foundation - ECF'

16/07/2026

ENVIRONMENTAL CARE FOUNDATION (ECF) ESTABLISHES ECOLOGICAL GARDEN AT ADAMAWA STATE UNIVERSITY (ADSU), MUBI
Thursday, 16th July, 2026

Today, Environmental Care Foundation (ECF) recorded another significant milestone in its commitment to environmental sustainability through the establishment and flag-off of an Ecological Garden at Adamawa State University (ADSU), Mubi.

The ECF team arrived at the university at approximately 8:30 a.m., where students from the Department of Geography and Environmental Studies had already assembled and were preparing the site by clearing the designated area for the ecological garden.

As part of the exercise, 100 seedlings of different varieties were donated to the university, including Black Plum, Cashew, Moringa, Scent Leaf, Melina, Orange, Guava, Pigeon Pea, and scent Leaf, with a target of establishing 400 seedlings within the Faculty of Environmental Sciences.

Before the official flag-off, Mr. Yohanna Moses addressed the students on the importance of ecological gardens, encouraging them to discover their potential through environmental conservation. He highlighted the role ecological gardens play in promoting biodiversity, environmental sustainability, ecological interaction, and climate resilience.
The event was graced by the Vice Chancellor of Adamawa State University, Professor Augustine Clement, alongside principal officers of the university, including the Dean of Students' Affairs, the Dean of the Faculty of Environmental Sciences, the Head of the Department of Economics,other professors, lecturers, staff members, and students.

In his welcome address, Professor Ezekiel appreciated Environmental Care Foundation for its continued partnership with the university and emphasized the importance of creating and maintaining a greener campus for future generations.

The Vice Chancellor stated that the collaboration between Environmental Care Foundation and Adamawa State University was made possible through the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between both institutions and reaffirmed the university's commitment to sustaining the partnership in promoting environmental conservation.

The Ecological Garden was officially flagged off by the Vice Chancellor, Professor Augustine Clement, who personally planted the first tree to mark the commencement of the project. He was joined by other professors, university management, and dignitaries, who also participated in the tree-planting exercise. Thereafter, students and members of Environmental Care Foundation continued planting the remaining seedlings across the designated garden site.
Throughout the exercise, all planted trees were captured using the LandCheck System to ensure proper documentation, monitoring, and long-term management of the ecological garden.

During the flag-off ceremony, Mr. Yohanna presented seedlings of Pigeon Pea and other vegetables to the Vice Chancellor as part of the Foundation's campaign to promote ecological gardening, home gardening, and backyard gardening within the university community.

Following the tree planting exercise, a meeting was held with the Dean of the Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Professor Ezekiel, other lecturers, student representatives, and members of Environmental Care Foundation.

Professor Ezekiel welcomed everyone and appreciated the Foundation for its unwavering support towards environmental conservation before inviting Mr. Yohanna to introduce himself and members of the ECF team. This was followed by introductions from other members of the Environmental Care Foundation team, after which Professor Ezekiel invited his colleagues to also introduce themselves.

During the meeting, the remaining vegetable seedlings were officially handed over to Professor Ezekiel for further distribution and cultivation.
Mr. Yohanna explained that Pigeon Pea is not commonly cultivated in Adamawa State and expressed the Foundation's desire to introduce the crop to the state. He encouraged that the seedlings be given to students, particularly those in Agriculture and related disciplines, who would plant, nurture, monitor, and document the crop from germination to maturity as part of practical learning and research.

In a remarkable demonstration of his commitment to research and innovation, Mr. Yohanna announced a donation of USD 500,000 to support ecological research. He encouraged students to develop meaningful and impactful research concept notes, submit them through their Head of Department and Dean, after which outstanding proposals would be selected and supported for implementation.

The announcement was warmly received by members of the academic community, who described the initiative as an excellent opportunity that would inspire students to engage in quality research capable of contributing to environmental development while creating future opportunities beyond the classroom.

Members of the academic staff also commended Environmental Care Foundation for its commitment to environmental restoration while drawing attention to one of the university's major challenges—the destruction of newly planted trees by stray animals.
Responding to the concern, Mr. Yohanna assured the university that Environmental Care Foundation would support the installation of protective tree guards around the planted seedlings. He further disclosed plans to bring facilitators to train students on how to locally produce these protective structures using simple and affordable materials.

Professor Ezekiel welcomed the initiative and stated that the department would explore incorporating the practical skill into relevant academic courses, enabling students to gain hands-on experience while contributing to environmental conservation.

Other academic staff encouraged students to take advantage of the research opportunity by developing innovative and impactful research projects. They also expressed their appreciation to Environmental Care Foundation for investing in the future of both the students and the environment.

The day's activities concluded successfully, reinforcing the strong partnership between Environmental Care Foundation and Adamawa State University in advancing environmental sustainability through tree planting, ecological restoration, practical learning, research, and community engagement.

Together, we are building a greener, healthier, and more sustainable future—one tree at a time. 🌱🌳

27/06/2026

📌 Strengthening Capacity for Climate, Gender and Nutrition Integration

Today, we successfully held the Capacity Needs Assessment Validation Workshop under the Gender, Climate Change and Nutrition (GCAN) Initiative in Yola, Adamawa State.

The workshop brought together key stakeholders from government institutions, academia, civil society organizations, and development partners to validate the findings of the Capacity Needs Assessment and chart a path toward stronger institutional capacity.

Through presentations on stakeholder survey findings, Key Informant Interviews, and the GCAN Theory of Change, participants engaged in meaningful discussions on strengthening the integration of climate change, gender equality, and nutrition into policies, programmes, and institutional frameworks.

The rich dialogue, diverse perspectives, and practical recommendations shared throughout the workshop reaffirmed the importance of collaboration, evidence-based planning, and inclusive decision-making in addressing today's development challenges.

As we move forward, the outcomes of this workshop will contribute to building stronger institutions, promoting more gender-responsive and nutrition-sensitive climate action, and fostering sustainable partnerships that create lasting impact.

Together, we are strengthening capacity today for a more resilient tomorrow.

07/06/2026

07/06/2026

ECF gives out seed of Hope and Peace to all.
Let us plant peace to harvest Growth

07/06/2026

ECF join people over the World to commonerate Wotld Food Safely Day.
Safe food guarantee peace and growth

Today is . Millions of consumers in low- and middle-income countries buy fresh food daily in traditional markets, making food safety in these settings a critical public health and development issue.

New research from Vietnam highlights why this matters. The study, co-authored by IFPRI’s Vivian Hoffmann, Kate Ambler, and Mike Murphy with ILRI colleagues and partners, looked at microbial contamination and vendor knowledge, attitudes, and practices in traditional markets. It found high levels of bacterial contamination (especially Salmonella) in pork meat at the retail stage: only 30% of samples met the Vietnamese national standard for total bacterial count.

The key challenges included:
- Limited access to clean water and sanitation
- Gaps in food safety knowledge and mixed attitudes toward food safety practices
- Use of hard-to-clean materials and inadequate hygiene practices

The findings point to the need for integrated interventions that combine better infrastructure, improved hygiene practices, behavior change, and incentives for vendors.

Improving food safety at the retail level is essential not only for public health, but also for consumer trust, stronger markets, and more inclusive .

Read the article: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.prevetmed.2025.106757
Learn more about IFPRI’s work on : https://www.ifpri.org/topic/food-safety/
World Health Organization (WHO) Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) CGIAR CGIAR Sustainable Animal and Aquatic Foods

07/06/2026

We plant the seeds of Hope and Peace in all our schools in Adamawa State

07/06/2026

🌱 WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY 2026 – PHASE II AT LIGHT PEN ACADEMY, GIREI LGA

Environmental Care Foundation (ECF) continued its World Environment Day 2026 celebration with a successful environmental awareness and tree-planting programme at Light Pen Academy, Girei Local Government Area, Adamawa State.

The event brought together students, teachers, school management, community leaders, and staff of Environmental Care Foundation in a collective effort to promote environmental sustainability and climate action.

In his address, the Founder of Environmental Care Foundation, Mr. Yohanna Moses, educated the students on the importance of World Environment Day and the vital role the environment plays in human existence. He explained that the environment provides many of the resources people depend on daily, including food, clean air, books, and furniture.

Using practical examples, he reminded the students that the paper used for books and the wood used for desks and chairs are products of trees and the natural environment. He encouraged them to practice proper sanitation, care for their surroundings, and become ambassadors for environmental protection within their homes, schools, and communities.

The Community Leader, Mr. Jika, welcomed the ECF team and expressed appreciation for selecting Light Pen Academy as one of the beneficiaries of the World Environment Day activities. He encouraged the students to pay close attention to the lessons being shared and actively participate in the day's activities.

Also speaking at the event, the PTA Chairman, Barrister Akim Abba, commended Environmental Care Foundation and its Founder for their commitment to environmental conservation. He emphasized that protecting the environment is everyone's responsibility and encouraged students to cultivate the habit of planting trees while avoiding harmful practices such as indiscriminate tree felling and bush burning. He further expressed his desire to see thousands of trees planted within and around the school environment in the future.

A major highlight of the event was the official flag-off of the tree-planting exercise.

During the ceremony, Mr. Yohanna Moses presented a tree seedling to the Community Leader, recognizing him as the custodian of the community and symbolically launching the exercise. In his remarks, he stated that the initiative is a collaboration between Environmental Care Foundation (ECF) and Modibbo Adama University (MAU), emphasizing that the exercise is not just about planting trees but also about planting hope, peace, and a sustainable future for generations to come.
Following the flag-off, students, teachers, community representatives, and ECF staff participated in the planting of various tree species, including Mango, Moringa, Black Currant, and Custard Apple, within the school premises.

To promote nutrition and sustainable food production, ECF also established a pilot school micro-garden where spinach, roselle (sorrel), and okra were planted. Seedlings of these vegetables were equally distributed to members of the school staff to encourage home and community gardening.

To ensure accountability, monitoring, and long-term protection of the planted trees, all trees planted during the exercise were captured and uploaded into the LandCheck Green App for tracking, monitoring, and sustainability purposes.

Environmental Care Foundation remains committed to empowering communities, promoting environmental education, and creating greener, healthier, and more resilient environments for present and future generations.

04/06/2026

Join us tomorrow as we are well prepared to commemorate this year World Environment Day 2026

By coming, you have already made a climate action.

17/05/2026

Promoting Crops production and Horticulture as a subject in secondary schools in Adamawa State.
Enhancing nutriin secondary school and inspiringbthe young ones into crop production, Horticulture to deepen Agr-bussinnes from secondary schools.

Secondary schools can learn and support the school.

We can change the narrative if we are truly serious and committed

23/04/2026

ECF have indeed begins uploading existing and new trees planted by ECF into the LandCheck Green software for monitoring and management including carbon trapped.