As trees disappear, structures rise, Abuja residents count cost of rapid urbanization

Abuja, once celebrated for its rolling hills and green belts, is rapidly losing its natural cover due to urban expansion. Tree cutting and new construction are leading to rising temperatures and intensified climate risks. The dream of a climate-resilient Abuja is fading, replaced by heat and the growing threat of floods. Satellite images show undeniable changes around Gwarimpa, Kubwa, and Jabi.