Abstract

This study identified tree planting as a veritable tool for disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation in Nigeria. Understanding the direction and magnitude of ecological responses caused by climate change allows human communities to better anticipate these changes and adapt as necessary. The concepts of disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation are well discussed in this study showing disciplinary-based perspectives. It described tree planting as a Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Climate Change Adaptation (CCA) strategy for ecosystem restoration and environmental sustainability in Nigeria It concluded with the clarion call for making disaster risk reduction a national priority and to extend tree planting education across various communities, cities and campuses in Nigeria.

Keywords:Adaptation; Climate change; Disaster risk reduction; Education; Sustainable development; Tree planting