About Us
The Oguta Wetlands Initiative (OWI) is an indigenous non‑governmental organization committed to restoring and safeguarding Oguta Lake and the Ubi‑Oguta wetlands in southeastern Nigeria. These wetlands are vital to regional well‑being—providing clean water, supporting diverse wildlife, regulating floods, and underpinning food security and local livelihoods. OWI combines rigorous science with community partnership to defend these natural systems and the people who depend on them.
Our Mission
To protect and restore the Oguta Lake and Ubi‑Oguta wetlands through scientific research, community engagement, and sustainable practice. We monitor water quality, combat pollution and oil contamination, promote resilient, eco‑friendly livelihoods such as responsible fishing, sustainable farming, and community-led eco‑tourism, and build local capacity to steward the wetlands for present and future generations.
Our Vision
A thriving Oguta Lake and Ubi-Oguta Wetlands — resilient, biodiverse, and sustained by empowered local communities — where clean water, productive landscapes, and cultural heritage endure for generations.
We envision landscapes restored and protected through science-driven stewardship, community-led livelihoods, and sustainable partnerships that balance ecological integrity with social and economic well‑being.
Team Members
Our team is built by passionate donors and hands-on volunteers—two forces driving one mission to restore the Oguta wetlands.
Disclaimer
The Oguta Wetlands Initiative is a non‑political organization focused exclusively on environmental conservation and community resilience. OWI does not align with, endorse, or participate in partisan political activity or party politics. We do not take sides in community disputes unless an issue directly threatens the ecological integrity of the wetlands or the safety and livelihoods of wetland users. In such cases, OWI may engage constructively with stakeholders, mediators, and relevant authorities to protect the wetlands and those who depend on them.