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Nigeria's Gashaka Gumti Forest has gained international attention after being chosen as one of four projects to benefit from the UK-supported Carbon Accelerator Programme for the Environment. Selected from over 100 applicants across 28 African nations, the initiative aims to enhance carbon sequestration, protect biodiversity, and improve livelihoods. By focusing on forest regeneration, the Gashaka Gumti project exemplifies the potential of nature-based solutions in addressing climate change while fostering economic resilience in Nigeria.