Preserving Indigenous Heritage & Ecosystems
A CAC-registered Nigerian non-profit operating across all six geopolitical zones to integrate Indigenous Traditional Ecological Knowledge into national sustainability and climate resilience.
Organisation Overview
Green Time Ecology & Sustainable Development Initiative is a registered non-profit organization dedicated to mainstreaming Indigenous Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) into mainstream climate adaptation and environmental governance across Nigeria.
Operating at the intersection of environmental conservation, cultural heritage, youth engagement, and gender empowerment, Green Time bridges the gap between ancestral conservation practices and modern scientific frameworks.
Headquarters & Scope
Head Office:
34, Panama Street, Ministers Hill, Maitama, Abuja FCT, Nigeria.
Operational Scope:
National footprint spanning all six geopolitical zones of Nigeria.
Registration:
Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) Registered Non-Profit NGO.
Intergenerational Equity
“A Nigeria where indigenous knowledge systems and biodiversity are protected, valued, and integrated into national development for climate resilience and intergenerational equity.”
Community-Led Action
“To advance environmental sustainability by documenting, revitalizing, and mainstreaming Indigenous Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) through community-led conservation, youth engagement, digital innovation, and policy advocacy.”
Core Strategic Aims
Preserve Knowledge & Dialects
Document, safeguard, and revitalize indigenous knowledge, languages, and traditional ecological practices before they fade.
Protect Sacred Ecosystems
Protect sacred natural sites, indigenous seed varieties, native tree species, and critical biodiverse habitats.
Empower Youth & Women
Empower youth and women as active custodians of environmental heritage and sustainable community livelihoods.
Influence Policy & Advocacy
Advocate for institutional policy recognition and legal protection of Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) in Nigeria.
Thematic Areas
Biodiversity & Conservation
Protecting native flora, fauna, and indigenous tree species through community-managed sanctuaries and reforestation.
Climate Change Adaptation & Mitigation
Integrating indigenous weather forecasting and traditional soil/water management with climate science.
Indigenous Languages & Cultural Heritage
Archiving oral histories, native botanical nomenclature, and elder songs that carry ecological wisdom.
Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems
Safeguarding heritage seeds, agroecological farming methods, and food security in indigenous communities.
Youth & Women Empowerment
Fostering leadership, green entrepreneurship, and intergenerational knowledge transfer among women and youth.
Environmental Education & Digital Innovation
Deploying digital platforms, AI voice archives, and QR tracking tools to educate and engage the public.
Our Core Values
Respect
Honoring indigenous wisdom, cultural heritage, and community autonomy.
Integrity
Upholding transparency, ethical research, and accountable governance.
Inclusion
Ensuring equal participation of women, youth, and marginalized elders.
Innovation
Combining digital AI technology with ancient traditional ecological knowledge.
Sustainability
Fostering long-term ecological balance and intergenerational equity.
Founder & Executive Leadership
Dr. (Mrs.) Charity Ijeoma Azunna Akpamgbo
Founder & Executive Director, Green Time Initiative
Also Founder of Icherry Travels and Global Concepts.
Dr. (Mrs.) Charity Ijeoma Azunna Akpamgbo is a visionary Nigerian leader, environmental advocate, and socio-economic developer. Through the Green Time Ecology and Sustainable Development Initiative, she champions the preservation of Nigeria's rich indigenous ecological wisdom, promoting community-led reforestation, youth empowerment, and cultural heritage protection nationwide.