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OUR PLANNING ZONE (ZONE B):
1. AGBURA
2. AZIKORO
3. BAYELSA PALM - NEW OTUOKE ROAD
4. DAEWOO ROAD
5. OTIOKPOTI
6. SWALI II


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ZONE B CIRCULATION MAP


 


WHAT IS URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING?

Urban and Regional Planning (URP) also known as Town Planning, Urban Planning', Town and Country Planning' etc, is a professional discipline in the Environmental Sciences that deals with the art and science of ordering the spatial or physical environment and land-uses in order to enhance its physical, social, economic as well as aesthetic value. Planning strengthens the growth and development of towns, cities, rural and urban areas. Basically it is the bedrock of sustainable development of every Town/City and the Country generally.

WHY STUDY URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING AND WHAT DOES A TOWN PLANNER DO?

This course gives you the required training/knowledge on how you can shape the environment, strengthen communities and make policy decisions at National, Regional and Local levels with regards to a sustainable environmental development.

A TOWN PLANNER'S DAY-TO-DAY WORK INVOLVES IMPROVEMENTS IN A COMMUNITY.

  1. He arbitrates between activities and space. -Being futuristic, he does not limit his consideration to demands of today but for years to come He predicts future space needs and accommodate them.
  2. His predictions help government and individuals to plan for the ahead years
  3. He guides the development of cities, towns and the rural areas. -He advises the Government on ways to improve the communities and real estate developers who are planning entirely new communities. -He views a community as d single system in which all the parts are interdependent
  4. He deals with the physical layout of communities
  5. Prepares physical layout plans for residential, commercial, institutional recreational, industrial areas and tourism development plans -Initiates policies designed to make life comfortable, enjoyable and profitable.

WHAT ARE THE CAREER PROSPECTS?

URP as a field of study is very broad and so it offers a wide range of career opportunities. One who studies URP can work in any of the following public agencies and private firms such as:

  1. Local Government Local Planning Authorities
  2. Regional Agencies (e.g. River Basin Development Authorities,
  3. Niger Delta Development Commission, etc)
  4. Government Agencies (eg. Housing Corporations, Mass Transportation Companies, National Population Commission, etc.)
  5. Federal and State Government Ministries and Parastatals/Agencies directly responsible for Physical Planning matters, Housing, Lands, Environment and those whose activities have planning implications like Ministries of Education, Agriculture, Water Resources, Transport, Aviation, Petroleum Resources, Communication, Health, etc.
  6. Companies (especially multi-national companies such as oil companies).
  7. Non-governmental Organizations (NGOs), UNDP, UNWTO, UNHABITAT, etc.
  8. Banks and other financial institutions. bx. Universities, Polytechnics, Research Institutes and the agencies governing them, e.g. National Universities Commission and National Board for Technical Education. Property development and management firms-Federal Mortgage Bank.
  9. Non-profit Corporations and Foundations.
  10. Private Consulting Firms and individuals
  11. Nigerian Army, Navy, Air Force, Police, Civil Defense, Customs, Immigration, etc.

WHERE CAN ONE STUDY URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING? at the undergraduate and Postgraduate levels.

A few of these institutions in the south-south and south-east regions of Nigeria includes the following:

1. Niger Delta University, Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State

2. Rivers State University, Port Harcourt

3. University of Uyo, Akwo-Ibom State

4. Enugu State University of Science & Technology, Enugu

5. University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus

6. Caritas University, Enugu

7. Federal University of Technology, Owerri

8. Imo State University, Owerri 9. University of Calabar

10. Cross River University of Technology

11. Federal Polytechnic, Nekede, Imo State.

Note: several other institutions in the region are on the verge of running the programme within the shortest possible time.


 

Senator Douye Diri, the governor of Bayelsa State, has emphasized the necessity for coordinated efforts in putting laws and programs designed to protect the environment into place in order to encourage healthy living throughout the nation.

Diri said that poverty reduction and environmental conservation were interconnected and needed to be treated seriously during the 2022 World Environment Day, which was observed yesterday in Yenagoa with the theme "Only One Earth."

The governor, who was represented by his deputy, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, denounced environmental abuses such tree cutting, careless bush burning, the unwholesome use of chemicals in food, and illicit petroleum product refining.

He urged everyone on the planet to treat the environment with respect while reassuring them that the government would continue to support all initiatives aimed at preserving the environment.

The Bayelsa Chief Executive stated that tremendous progress would be made in the benefit of the entire state if government efforts to protect the environment were maintained.

The state helmsman instructed the ministries of land and housing and the environment to set aside land for the construction of a top-notch eco-laboratory and the opening of the Bayelsa Central Nursery, respectively.

"The Commissioner for Environment had highlighted encouraging indications and trends that, in my opinion, if maintained and strengthened over time, would present Bayelsa State with the chance to advance the narrative for a more sustainable future for all of us." The government of prosperity remains committed to providing the Bayelsa State Ministry of Environment and sister organizations with the necessary resources to carry out their mission to monitor and protect the environment.

"Since there is only one earth, we must be aware of the need to conserve it. We all need to prioritize environmental issues. I urge everyone to act appropriately when interacting with the environment. The government would continue to carry out its responsibility to safeguard the environment, he stressed.

Chief Iselema Gbaranbiri, the commissioner for the environment, said in his opening remarks that the government was aware of the need to safeguard the environment, which is why it had deployed a new legal system and policy framework that would be announced soon.

He thanked Diri for helping the ministry reach its objectives and promised her that they would not rest on their laurels but instead make greater efforts to keep the environment relatively safe.
He praised local and foreign businesses for their initiatives to give back to the communities where they operate, but he also urged for greater coordination between the businesses, the locals, and the state government.

Prof. Meeting Andaowei, dean of the faculty of environmental sciences at Niger Delta University, spoke at the occasion and urged for the implementation of environmental protection laws as well as the promotion of environmental education in schools.

Andaowei also mentioned the establishment of environmental advocacy groups and the dismantling of the supply chain for illegally refined goods as potential answers to the state's environmental problems.

Among other speakers, environmentalist Chief Okolo Ogobiriowei and State House of Assembly Committee on Environment Chairman Hon. Ebi Ben Ololo emphasized the necessity for deliberate actions like tree planting to repair the degraded environment.

 


Perhaps you're ready to take your dedication to environmental stewardship a step further if you feel that switching to LED lightbulbs for your incandescent bulbs and composting your kitchen trash aren't enough to protect the environment.

Less children, or none

Although some of these tactics can appear a bit radical, they are among the most beneficial steps you can do to safeguard and preserve the ecosystem on Earth

Because it makes all of the other environmental issues worse, overpopulation is arguably the biggest environmental issue in the world. From about 3 billion people in 1959 to 6 billion in 1999, the world's population increased by 100% in just 40 years. 

By 2050, the world's population is expected to reach 9.7 billion, according to UN estimates. 

Despite having a slower growth rate than the second half of the 20th century, this will nevertheless result in a significant increase in the number of people who need to be housed.

Earth is a closed system with finite resources, including a finite amount of clean air, fresh water, and arable land.

Our limited resources must be stretched to accommodate an increasing number of people as the global population rises. That might not be possible in the future, especially if we don't make significant adjustments to the way we consume resources.

In the end, we need to revert this increasing tendency by progressively reducing the global human population to a level that is more reasonable. As a result, more people will need to decide against having kids. On the surface, this may appear to be rather straightforward, but all animals have a fundamental need to procreate. Many people find it difficult to minimize or skip the experience due to emotional, cultural, and religious traditions and constraints.

It may be necessary to have a big family in many emerging nations. To ensure that some children will survive to assist with farming or other jobs and to care for the parents when they are elderly, parents frequently have as many children as possible. Lower birth rates will only become a reality for people in cultures like this after pressing problems like hunger, poverty, squalor, inadequate sanitation, and disease freedom have been successfully addressed.

Consider contributing to initiatives that fight famine and poverty, enhance sanitation and hygiene, or advance family planning, education, and reproductive health in underdeveloped countries in addition to keeping your own family modest.

Reduce water use and maintain cleanliness

No one can survive for very long without fresh, clean water, yet it is one of the most endangered resources in our increasingly vulnerable ecosystem. More over 70% of the surface of the Earth is covered by water, however the majority of that water is salt water. The availability of freshwater is far more constrained, and a third of the world's population currently lacks access to clean drinking water.

The 2017 UN World Water Development Report states: Over 80% of wastewater worldwide is dumped into the environment without receiving the proper treatment, making it an untapped resource. Unsurprisingly, 829,000 people die each year from diarrhea brought on by contaminated water. You should only use as much water as you need, avoid wasting the water you consume, and work to protect water supplies, especially if you live in a dry region.

Responsible eating

Eating locally produced food helps local farmers and businesses in your neighborhood while also lowering the amount of fuel, air pollution, and greenhouse gas emissions needed to transport your food from the farm to your plate. Pesticides and chemical fertilizers are kept off your plate and out of rivers and streams by choosing organic meat and produce.

Eating sensibly entails consuming less meat and other animal products, such dairy and eggs, or maybe none at all. Eating less meat is an issue of good management of our restricted resources. Raising animals for food uses much more land and water than growing food crops and emits methane, a powerful greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming. You might conserve a great deal of water if you stopped consuming meat and other animal products. On nearly a fourth of the world's ice-free territory, livestock graze. In addition, the production of animal feed takes up almost a third of arable land. Water is needed in large quantities for the care of cattle and their crops. Some estimates claim that every time you eat a plant-based meal as opposed to an animal-based one, you'll likely save around 1300 gallons of water.

Conserve energy and use renewable sources instead

Increased use of walking, bicycling, and public transportation. Less driving. You'll not only be more healthy and contribute to protecting limited energy resources, but you'll also save money. Families can save over $10,000 annually by utilizing public transit and having fewer cars, which is more than the typical American household spends on food each year, according to a study by the American Public Transportation Association.

Numerous alternative strategies exist for energy conservation. When not in use, you can switch off the lights, disconnect your appliances, and wherever it makes sense, use cold water instead of hot. Weather stripping your doors and windows and not overheating or undercooling your house or business are other simple steps you may take. (As an extra bonus, productivity is increased by a comfortable office temperature.) Obtaining a free energy audit from your neighborhood utility is a good place to start.
Pick renewable energy over fossil fuels whenever possible.
To acquire some or all of your electricity from wind, solar, or other renewable energy sources, for instance, many municipal utilities now provide green energy alternatives.

Cut Back on Carbon Footprint

The usage of gasoline-powered automobiles and the use of coal-fired power plants both produce greenhouse gas emissions that warm the environment and contribute to climate change.
Significant climatic shifts that scientists are now observing suggest that severe consequences are likely.
Some scenarios predict a worsening drought that might further deplete food and water resources while also causing sea levels to rise, submerging islands and coastal regions and displacing millions of people due to the environment. Online calculators can assist you in calculating and reducing your own carbon footprint, but since climate change is a global issue that calls for global solutions, the world's nations have so far been slow to unite around it. Along with reducing your personal carbon footprint, communicate with your elected leaders that you expect them to take action on this matter and keep up the pressure until they do.


The Director of Administration and Personnel, Dr. Sokari, Stanley and the Head, Development Control of the Bayelsa State Physical Planning and Development Board with Ruth Egbejule of Peoples FM for effective sensitization of the public on the new vision of the Bayelsa State Physical Planning and Development Board.

They discussed on the long term advantages of the present urban renewal efforts of Government and warned the public on the disadvantages of developing without a valid development permit from the Board.

They insisted that business as usual is no longer tenable as ignorance of the law is no longer going to be an excuse. According to them, the new Executive Chairman of the Board, Alabo Gideon O. Ekeuwei is poised to deliver on the mandate of bequeathing to Bayelsans, a state that is aesthetically valid, economically viable and environmentally sustainable in line with the aspirations of Governor Diri Administration.