By Newspot Nigeria news Desk
📍 Abuja, Nigeria –The Foundation for Environmental Rights, Advocacy & Development (FENRAD) has confirmed its active participation in the highly anticipated Nigeria Socio-Ecological Alternative Convergence organized by the Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF). This landmark event aims to reshape Nigeria’s ecological narrative by bringing together top environmental advocates, grassroots movements, policymakers, and civil society organizations committed to building a more sustainable, just, and inclusive ecological future.
Representing FENRAD at the convergence is Comrade Nelson Nnanna Nwafor, the Executive Director of the organization. He also serves as the Southeast Zonal Coordinator for Publish What You Pay (PWYP) Extractive Governance Network and Climate Sustainable Development Network of Nigeria (CSDevNet). Nwafor is expected to deliver a key presentation spotlighting FENRAD’s deep-rooted work in environmental justice, climate change mitigation, community-driven ecological governance, and human rights advocacy in Southeastern Nigeria.
Speaking ahead of the convergence, Comrade Nwafor emphasized the need for bold alternatives to the harmful extractive economic models that dominate Nigeria’s development discourse.
“The convergence is a vital space to amplify community voices and grassroots alternatives to the dominant extractive and polluting models threatening our environment,” he said. “FENRAD is committed to a people-centered approach to ecological justice.”
FENRAD hopes to use the platform to strengthen cross-sector partnerships, engage in robust policy discussions, and advocate for environmental governance frameworks that empower local communities.
In a show of solidarity, FENRAD has extended an open call to all stakeholders—including environmental defenders, media organizations, and concerned citizens—to follow its engagements during the event and rally behind the movement for ecological transformation in Nigeria.
The organization also expressed deep appreciation to HOMEF for curating such a critical space for reflection and action. HOMEF, widely regarded as Nigeria’s leading ecological think tank, focuses on achieving socio-ecological justice and food sovereignty by bridging grassroots activism with national policy efforts. It challenges corporate-led extractivism while elevating community stewardship over land, food systems, and environmental futures.
As the ecological crisis intensifies globally and locally, events like the Nigeria Socio-Ecological Alternative Convergence offer renewed hope that change can and must come from the ground up.
🖋️ Newspot Nigeria will continue to follow FENRAD’s participation and provide updates on outcomes and collaborative efforts born from this convergence. Stay connected for exclusive coverage of this transformative engagement.
FULL STATEMENT
PRESS RELEASE
ABUJA/NIGERIA
13TH JULY 2025
FENRAD to Participate in the Nigeria Socio-Ecological Alternative Convergence
The Foundation for Environmental Rights, Advocacy & Development (FENRAD) is proud to announce its participation in the upcoming Nigeria Socio-Ecological Alternative Convergence organized by Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF) — a landmark event that brings together leading environmental activists, grassroots movements, policy influencers, and civil society organizations to advance just and sustainable ecological alternatives across Nigeria.
FENRAD’s Executive Director, Comrade Nelson Nnanna Nwafor, who doubles as the Southeast Zonal Coordinator for Publish What You Pay (PWYP) Extractive Governance Network and Climate Sustainable Development Network of Nigeria (CSDevNet), will be attending the convergence and will highlight FENRAD’s socio-ecological interventions and community engagements across Southeast Nigeria. He will spotlight the organization’s work in environmental justice, human rights, climate change advocacy, and community-based ecological governance.
Through its participation, FENRAD aims to foster stronger collaborations, contribute to policy dialogues, and promote inclusive strategies for a sustainable and socially equitable future.
“The convergence is a vital space to amplify community voices and grassroots alternatives to the dominant extractive and polluting models threatening our environment. FENRAD is committed to advocating for a people-centered approach to ecological justice.”
FENRAD calls on stakeholders, environmental defenders, media partners, and concerned citizens to follow its engagement at the convergence and join in the movement for environmental and social transformation in Nigeria.
Finally, FENRAD appreciates Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF) for the opportunity to be part of this all-important engagement.
HOMEF is a Nigerian ecological think tank dedicated to achieving socio‑ecological justice and food sovereignty. HOMEF bridges grassroots activism and national policy, challenging corporate-led extractivism while uplifting community stewardship of land and food systems. Their work is vital to fostering healthier ecological futures and food systems rooted in justice and resilience across Nigeria and Africa.
Signed:
Nelson Nnanna Nwafor
Executive Director, FENRAD
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