Rivers State Ministry of Environment explained

Agency Name:Rivers State Ministry of Environment
Type:Ministry
Formed:2003
Jurisdiction:Government of Rivers State
Headquarters:1st Floor, State Secretariat
Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
Coordinates:4.7733°N 7.0158°W
Chief1 Name:Dr Igbiks Tamuno
Chief1 Position:Commissioner
Chief2 Name:Dr Nduye Christy Tobins Briggs
Chief2 Position:Permanent Secretary
Website:https://environment.riversstate.gov.ng

The Rivers State Ministry of Environment (RSMENV) is a ministry of the Government of Rivers State established in 2003 to deal with matters relating to the environment. Its functions include formulating, implementing and reviewing of policies on the state's environmental/ecological programs and projects.[1] The mission is generally targeted to ensure a clean and safe environment. The ministry currently has its headquarters at 1st Floor, State Secretariat, Port Harcourt.[2]

Vision

To cause a systematic environmental remediation through transparent pursuit of sectoral green policies, public engagement and equitable enforcement of environmental legislations.

Mission

To establish acceptable environmental standards, policies and programmes that will enhance and promote a green economy in a healthy and sustainable state.

Departments

The Rivers State Ministry of Environment currently has 9 departments. Each department has unique functions it performs.

List of commissioners

See also

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Ministry of Environment. Riversstate.gov.ng. 20 December 2014.
  2. Web site: Rivers State Ministry Of Environment. MyAfricaPages. 20 December 2014.