en.Wedoany.com Reported - Dr. Ogbonna Chime, President of the Nigerian Institute of Town Planners, has called on traditional leaders in the country to support urban planning reforms to promote sustainable development, environmental protection, and orderly urban expansion.
Dr. Chime made this statement during a meeting between the Institute and traditional leaders. The gathering brought together multiple stakeholders to discuss strategies for improving urban planning and sustainable development across the country.
Dr. Chime noted that traditional institutions play a key role in supporting the enforcement of planning regulations and promoting responsible land use within their jurisdictions. He stated that traditional leaders are strategic stakeholders in ensuring orderly physical development and building sustainable communities.
According to reports, unplanned urban expansion in many Nigerian cities has led to environmental degradation, increased flood risks, reduced green spaces, and greater pressure on public infrastructure. Effective urban planning can improve land management, enhance climate resilience, and support sustainable economic development.
The Institute emphasized the importance of integrating environmental factors into physical development policies. It explained that collaboration between planning agencies, local communities, and traditional institutions can improve compliance with planning regulations and curb uncontrolled development.
Dr. Chime further stated that strengthening community engagement will help ensure that planning policies reflect local realities while protecting environmental resources for future generations. Stakeholders at the meeting stressed the need for awareness campaigns and ongoing dialogue to encourage adherence to approved development plans and environmental standards.
The Institute also highlighted the importance of sound land-use planning in reducing environmental hazards associated with urban sprawl, including flooding, erosion, and waste management challenges.
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