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Bush Burning (Prohibition) Law of Enugu State.

Country/Territory
Nigeria
Territorial subdivision
Enugu
Document type
Legislation
Date
1991
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Long title
A Law to prohibit the burning of bush and to make provisions for related matters.
Subject
Environment gen., Forestry, Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Forest fires
Geographical area
Africa, North Atlantic, Western Africa
Abstract

This Law prohibits the indiscriminate and unapproved burning of bushes and forests, both as an agricultural or hunting practice. Importantly, it not only prohibits the burning of bushes but also setting fire in open places. It contains penal provisions for offenders with a prison term of up to one year. It also provides for the possibility of civil actions to be taken against offenders.

Full text
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