Former Poachers Are Protecting One of Nigeria’s Last Rainforests.

Reasons to be Cheerful · Published 2026-09-03 · Updated 2026-09-06

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Key Takeaway

The bottom line: Sunday Abiodun can often tell an animal is nearby before he sees it — from a broken twig or the way birds suddenly stop singing, Reasons to be Cheerful reports.

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Why This Matters

For 15 years, he used those instincts to hunt wildlife to feed his family or to sell as bushmeat. The broader context here is important — healthy animal populations are a barometer for the broader environment, so gains here signal progress across the board.

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Sunday Abiodun can often tell an animal is nearby before he sees it — from a broken twig or the way birds suddenly stop singing, according to Reasons to be Cheerful.

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