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NAGGW council unveils strategy to combact desertification, reduce poverty in Nigeria
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NAGGW council unveils strategy to combact desertification, reduce poverty in Nigeria

By Abigael Joshua

The National Agency for the Great Green Wall (NAGGW) has unveiled strategy to combat desertification, reduce poverty and ensure sustainable development in Nigeria’s dry lands.

The agency’s Council Chairman, Sen. Magnus Abe, said this during the induction and familiarisation meeting of the 3rd National Council of the NAGGW, held on Wednesday in Abuja.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the theme of the event was, “Green Leadership, Good Governance: Aligning with the Renewed Hope of President Bola Tinubu.”

Abe said that communities in the country face numerous issues that required collective attention.

” From infrastructure development, social welfare and environmental sustainability, we have a responsibility to ensure that our decisions benefit all and sundry, ” he said.

Abe noted that the NAGGW initiative was not just another government programme, but a vision of survival, resilience and hope for citizens whose lives and livelihoods were daily threatened by desertification and the effects of climate change.

He, therefore, assured that the agency would address the challenges from the Niger Delta perspective, a region historically plagued by environmental degradation.

“ I understand how environmental injustice and non-protection can breed poverty, anger and instability. I have seen how oil spills, gas flaring, and ecological damage shaped the realities of people.

“ The Niger Delta taught me that when people feel excluded from the benefits of natural resources, they resist. But when they are empowered as custodians of their environment, they thrive.

” This philosophy will guide my stewardship of the Great Green Wall.

” For those who live in the Sahel regions of the Northern Nigeria, desertification is not an abstract concept; it is a reality that manifests as shrinking farmlands, drying water sources, forced migration and displacement.”

Mr Abe stated that beyond the 11 frontline states, the implications reverberate across our nation, saying ” when water disappears, health and livelihoods are at risk.

” Therefore, the work of this Agency is not just about planting trees; it is about planting hope, restoring dignity, reducing poverty and building peace.”

Earlier, the Director-General of the agency, Saleh Abubakar, noted that green leadership was not just about planting trees, but about planting hope.

According to him, it is about leading with empathy, foresight and a commitment to sustainability.

“ We are gathered at a time when the world faces unprecedented environmental challenges; when climate change continues to fuel extreme droughts, floods, and wildfires across continents.

“ It also reminds us that leadership is not about titles, but about responsibility. A new kind of leadership that is visionary, inclusive and accountable.

”Good governance is not also about rules alone, but choices that deliver real impact,” he said.

The D-G, who is also the NAGGW Council Secretary, emphasised that good governance was the backbone of a lasting impact and demanded transparency, integrity and collaboration.

“ Let us therefore build a system that is equitable, efficient and accountable. Together we will uphold a high standard of accountability and public trust.

“The Great Green Wall began as a vision of the African Union (AU) to create a mosaic of green and productive landscapes stretching across the Sahel.

“Nigeria as a signatory established a Programme Implementation Unit (PIU) within the Federal Ministry of Environment to coordinate national activities.

“Over time, as the scale and urgency of land degradation grew, it became clear that a more robust and autonomous institution was needed,” he added.

Abubakar said that the development led to the enactment of an enabling law and the establishment of the NAGGW with the statutory responsibility to coordinate, implement, and monitor the great green wall programme in Nigeria.

He said recently, the agency inaugurated 50 million date palm plantations across the 11 frontline states.

He described the project as a landmark initiative that combined ecological restoration with food security, economic empowerment, and sustainable livelihoods.

Also, Mr Sylvester Okonofua, an Environmental Consultant in his presentation on the overview of NAGGW Establishment Act, emphasised the need for the safety of field staff as well as the provision of hazard allowances for them. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Deborah Coker

Stakeholders unveil report on climate, peacebuilding
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Stakeholders unveil report on climate, peacebuilding

By Abigael Joshua

Stakeholders in the environment sector have stressed the need to integrate climate adaptation strategies into peacebuilding efforts to address Nigeria’s growing vulnerabilities.

They made the call on Thursday in Abuja at the inception workshop on Capacity Building Development for Conflict-Sensitive Adaptation.

The workshop also featured the unveiling of a report on integrating conflict-sensitivity and peacebuilding into Nigeria’s National Adaptation Plan (NAP) process.

Alhaji Mahmud Kambari, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Environment, said conflict-sensitive approaches were crucial in adaptation planning.

Kambari, who was represented by Mrs Victoria Gyang, a Director in the ministry, noted that understanding local conflict dynamics linked to climate change was key to promoting peace.

“A key activity in the process was the conduct of a Climate Risk and Vulnerability Assessment to identify communities’ vulnerabilities and suggest possible adaptation options,” he said.

Kambari added that climate-linked conflicts such as farmer-herder crises, cattle rustling and banditry continued to threaten security across the country.

He stressed that ignoring medium and long-term adaptation needs in conflict-prone contexts would be a mistake.

“While climate change and conflict are often compounding challenges, adapting to its impacts can be an effective way of breaking this cycle by improving social well-being and addressing root drivers of fragility,” he said.

Dr Iniobong Abiola-Awe, Director of Climate Change, said extreme weather events and climate variability were already affecting key sectors and infrastructure in Nigeria.

Represented by Mr Jonah Barde, Deputy Director, Vulnerability and Adaptation, she said the ongoing formulation of the NAP was designed to provide a transparent framework for identifying long-term adaptation needs and solutions.

Ms Catherine Potvin, Deputy Director, Environment and Climate, Global Affairs Canada, said resilience and peacebuilding must go hand in hand.

“Nigeria’s efforts to maintain peace are very crucial,” she added.

Also speaking, Dr Okafor Gerald, Director, International Conflict Prevention and Resolution, Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said climate change continued to exacerbate global conflicts.

He added that the institute remained committed to supporting resolution mechanisms.

Similarly, Mr Mohammed Abdullahi, Deputy Commissioner of Police, Disaster Management Unit, Force Headquarters, said security agencies often mediated farmer-herder clashes, which remain one of the deadliest conflicts linked to climate pressures. (NAN)

Edited by Tosin Kolade

Stakeholders validate document to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
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Stakeholders validate document to reduce greenhouse gas emissions

By Abigael Joshua

Stakeholders on Wednesday validated Nigeria’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) 3.0 document aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions while strengthening resilience against the impacts of climate change.

The validation workshop, which held in Abuja, had the theme “Driving Ambition, Strengthening Action and Aligning with the Paris Agreement and Global Stocktake”.

It brought together policymakers, development partners and stakeholders from across sectors to shape Nigeria’s climate action pathway.

Mrs Remi Majekodunmi, Director-General of the National Council on Climate Change (NCCC), said the NDC 3.0 is the cornerstone of Nigeria’s national efforts under the Paris Agreement.

According to her, the document is a collective commitment to reducing emissions while building resilience against the adverse impacts of climate change.

“The NDC 3.0 seeks to build on the gains of the previous versions, incorporate recent developments in climate science and policy, and align with our Long-Term Low Emission Development Strategy and the Nigeria Energy Transition Plan among other frameworks.

“We recognise that climate action is not the responsibility of government alone. It demands the active participation of all stakeholders,” Majekodunmi said.

She explained that the final document must reflect national priorities, technological capacity, and financial realities, while ensuring that Nigeria’s transition is just and equitable.

Majekodunmi added that Nigeria’s NDC 3.0 outlines a major financing gap that must be addressed if the country is to meet its targets.

She emphasised that access to clean energy technologies such as solar, wind, hydro and hydrogen is critical, alongside energy efficiency measures across industries and households.

“This validation workshop is an opportunity to ensure that Nigeria’s NDC 3.0 is inclusive, realistic, ambitious and implementable.

“Our inputs must be guided by evidence, inspired by shared values, and united by a vision for a climate-resilient Nigeria,” she said.

Mrs Varsha Redkar-Palepu, Resident Representative of the UN Development Programme (UNDP) in Nigeria, said the validation of NDC 3.0 reflects Nigeria’s commitment to climate action and its leadership in shaping a sustainable future for Africa and the world.

She said globally, NDCs are the cornerstone of the Paris Agreement and represent each country’s highest possible ambition in reducing emissions, updated every five years as part of global climate progress.

“In a time when multilateralism is under strain, the NDC process reminds us that climate change knows no borders. Only through cooperation can we overcome this existential threat.

“Africa, though contributing the least to global emissions, remains disproportionately vulnerable to climate shocks. Yet, it is also a continent of immense potential, rich in natural resources, youthful energy and innovative spirit.

“Nigeria, as the largest economy and most populous nation in Africa, carries a unique responsibility and opportunity to lead by example,” she said.

Redkar-Palepu added that NDC 3.0 prioritises renewable energy, agriculture, forestry and water while promoting climate-smart solutions that create jobs and protect vulnerable communities.

She called the document ‘a roadmap for green growth, climate justice and sustainable development’, noting that UNDP remains committed to supporting Nigeria with climate finance, institutional capacity and delivery of results.

Mr Ibrahim Shelleng, Special Adviser to the President on Climate Finance and Stakeholder Engagement, said the NDC 3.0 represents Nigeria’s pathway to green growth, resilience and inclusive development.

“The version of the NDC is also designed to respond to the outcomes of the first global stocktake under the Paris Agreement. It is not just a climate commitment but a developmental blueprint.

“It reflects our national priorities in energy transition, agriculture, waste management and resilient infrastructure,” Shelleng said.

He noted that the workshop was a step towards harmonising Nigeria’s environmental commitments with its national vision, adding that the document would shape the country’s journey to a low-carbon and climate-resilient future.

Also speaking, Mr Duke Benjamin, Cluster Coordinator of GIZ Nigeria, pledged the support of Germany for Nigeria’s NDC 3.0 implementation, calling it vital for sustainable growth and strengthened collaboration between the two countries. (NAN)

Edited by Tosin Kolade

Nigeria’s energy transition should lead Africa’s climate future  – APRI boss
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Nigeria’s energy transition should lead Africa’s climate future  – APRI boss

By Angela Atabo

Dr Olumide Abimbola, Founder, Africa Policy Research Institute (APRI), on Monday said Nigeria should lead the charge for Africa’s climate future through an equitable, homegrown and economically sound energy transition.

Abimbola stated this ahead of a workshop organised by APR in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, the National Council on Climate Change Secretariat scheduled for Tuesday in Abuja.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the event, which is co-hosted by the Nigerian Economic Summit Group, will draw stakeholders from across the Global South for peer learning.

“This convening is not just about knowledge-sharing, it is about defining Nigeria’s leadership role in Africa’s climate future and ensuring that our energy transition is equitable, homegrown, and economically sound.

“At the heart of the event is a shared goal to explore how Nigeria can design its own Country Platform for Climate Action (CPCA).

“The CPCA is a coordinated national framework to drive low-emission growth, mobilise climate finance, and ensure a just, inclusive energy transition,” he said.

Abimbola said the insights from the two-day workshop would contribute directly to Nigeria’s forthcoming National Development Plan 2026-2030 and help to mainstream climate priorities across key sectors, including power, transportation, agriculture, industry, and finance.

He said that in the lead-up to the event, APRI had already released a background paper offering practical pathways for Nigeria’s transition.

According to him, the document presents lessons from global case studies, outlining bold, locally relevant strategies for implementing a coordinated, fundable, and inclusive climate framework across policy, infrastructure, and industry.

“The workshop will draw lessons from countries like South Africa, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Senegal, which are already implementing Just Energy Transition Partnerships (JETPs),” he added. (NAN)

Edited by Mark Longyen

Katsina Govt. pledges 30% budget to climate resilience
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Katsina Govt. pledges 30% budget to climate resilience

By Abigael Joshua

Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda on Wednesday pledged to allocate 30 per cent of the state’s annual budget to climate resilience, as part of efforts to establish a Green Investment Fund.

Radda made the pledge at the Katsina State Climate Action and Green Investment Summit in Abuja with the theme, ‘Turning Climate Challenges into Development Opportunities in Katsina State’.

“We will allocate 30 per cent of our annual budget to climate-resilient infrastructure and establish a Green Investment Fund to de-risk projects”.

He added that the state government would also accelerate implementation, with an initial capitalisation of five billion naira and mechanisms to leverage additional private capital.

“Today marks another milestone in the history of the state’s future. I am proud to unveil our blueprint for a sustainable future, which is tagged ‘Katsina State Green Growth Agenda (KAGGA)’.

“KAGGA is a roadmap to harmonise economic progress with ecological preservation. It commits to scaling up drip irrigation, drought-resistant crop varieties, and agroforestry to protect our farmers from climate shocks.

“My administration will enact the Katsina Climate-Related Laws within 12 months to institutionalise accountability and create a stable policy environment for green investments, ” Radda said.

The governor stated that, to combat water scarcity and promote irrigation, the state had constructed 120 solar-powered boreholes across the state, worth N2.4 billion, with an additional 60 currently under construction.

“This means more water for farmers, more food on our tables, and more income for families.

‘We’ve already planted over 100,000 economic trees and are nurturing three million more, spread across schools, institutions, and shelterbelts.

‘We also invested N5.9 billion in rainwater harvesting structures, turning seasonal floods into a year-round blessing for irrigation,” he said.

Radda noted that the state is setting the pace in climate action, not just in Nigeria, but across the global dryland ecosystems.

“We plan to electrify 500 rural communities with solar mini-grids by 2030, bridging the energy access gap that currently affects 60 per cent of our rural population.

‘KAGGA expands our participation in the Great Green Wall Initiative with an ambitious target of 10 million trees planted by 2030. These trees will focus on indigenous species that thrive in our conditions.

“Additionally, we are launching a ‘Waste-to-Wealth’ programme to turn the 500 tons of plastic waste generated daily in our state into eco-friendly products, driven by youth entrepreneurs,’” he explained.

Malam Balarabe Lawal, Minister of Environment, noted that the climate crisis is no longer a distant threat.

“We are witnessing the consequences of climate change today in the form of desert encroachment, extreme heat, flooding, droughts, dwindling agricultural productivity and resultant insecurity in our nation.

‘The Sahel region where Katsina state is located is particularly vulnerable to the adverse effects of climate change.

“However, this region is also rich with opportunities that can turn adversity into advantage through strategic climate action and green investments”.

The minister said that the summit signalled Katsina’s readiness not just to adapt to climate change, but to lead with innovation.

“It also presents a unique platform to attract responsible private sector investment that aligns with both environmental sustainability and economic prosperity.

“Our generation has a singular responsibility which is building a greener, more equitable, and climate-resilient Nigeria.

“This cannot be achieved by the Federal Government alone. We need strong, visionary states like Katsina to rise as champions of climate justice and green growth,’” Lawal noted.

Ms Amina Mohammed, Deputy Secretary-General of the UN, in her keynote address, pledged to support the state in its green economy initiatives.

Mohammed, who was represented by Mohamed Fall, UN Resident Coordinator in Nigeria, said that climate action is a ticket to a cleaner, safer, and better future for all.

“For all of us, not just Katsina state, it is time to shift from climate reliability to climate leadership. From energy scarcity to growing prosperity. A green economy means clean, affordable energy for homes, schools, hospitals, and for all basic services,” she said.

Ms Beatrice Eyong, UN Women Country Representative to Nigeria and ECOWAS, commended the governor for aligning climate action with gender equality to empower women as key agents of change in the green economy.

Eyong, who was represented by Mr Desmond Osemhenjie, Programme Specialist at the agency said that climate mitigation and women’s empowerment are closely linked through initiatives like biogas technology.

“In Katsina state, where over 70 per cent of household energy depends on firewood, this transition can bring significant environmental and health benefits, especially for women and children,” she said. (NAN)

Edited by Tosin Kolade

Senate committee seeks sustainable policies to tackle climate change
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Senate committee seeks sustainable policies to tackle climate change

By Naomi Sharang

The Senate Committee on the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has urged the implementation of proactive and sustainable policies to address climate change in West Africa.

Chairman of the Committee, Sen. Asuquo Ekpenyong, made the call when members of C7 West Africa Project Consortium paid him a visit in Abuja on Friday.

Ekpenyong noted that one of the most pressing challenges that must be addressed was the growing threat of climate change.

“To tackle it effectively, we need a comprehensive understanding of its impact on the Niger Delta.

“This will enable us to craft and implement policies that are not just reactive but proactive and sustainable”.

He lamented that decades of oil exploration had caused severe environmental damages to the region, with rising sea levels, flooding, and erratic weather patterns displacing communities and threatening livelihoods.

According to him, these challenges also contribute to the spread of diseases, further straining an already overstretched public health system.

“Moreover, the connection between environmental degradation and social unrest is undeniable.

“To achieve lasting peace, we must first address these root causes.

“However, our response must be guided by reliable data. Without it, our interventions risk being inadequate or misdirected,” he said.

In his remarks, the leader of the delegation, retired Air Commodore Darlington Abdullahi, said that the phenomenon of climate change was an existential reality and a threat to the global system.

He said this was evident in the growing crisis across the world, the Sahel region, Northern Nigeria through desertification and the South South of Nigeria as seasonal floods wreaked havoc in its trail.

“Climate change is therefore altering the security landscapes around the world.

“West Africa is experiencing climate change at rates faster than the global average, leading to violent conflicts and complex humanitarian emergencies.

“Nigeria is already having much more than its fair share of this global phenomenon due to its continued impact on natural resource availability, biodiversity and agricultural productivity among others”.

Abdullahi called for research, mitigation and adaptation efforts “we have had to embark on over the past three years to enhance resilience leading to our policy brief. (NAN)

Edited by Abdulfatai Beki and Kevin Okunzuwa

Lake Chad: Kyari calls for measures to combat climate change
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Lake Chad: Kyari calls for measures to combat climate change

By Hamza Suleiman

The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Abubakar Kyari, has called for enhanced collaboration between government, banks and communities to combat the challenges of climate change, insecurity and poverty in the Lake Chad Basin.

Kyari made the call during a panelists’ session at the 5th Lake Chad Governors Forum on Thursday in Maiduguri.

He stressed the need to address the barriers faced by smallholder farmers, particularly the lack of access to capital.

He disclosed that the Ministry of Agriculture was working with banks to assist farmers and improve their livelihoods, being the key focus of government’s eight-point agenda.

He added that, “smallholder farmers lack access to capital and this is a major hurdle for them. We are actively engaging financial institutions to provide support because agriculture is the backbone of the region.”

He commended the proactive efforts of some states like Borno, noting that the leadership of Gov. Babagana Zulum had been instrumental to uplifting the livelihoods of the people, in spite of challenges in the region.

The minister emphasised the role of agriculture in poverty reduction and addressing broader socio-economic issues, including insecurity and corruption.

He acknowledged that the region’s traditional farming methods were no longer sufficient to cope with, considering the changing weather conditions, particularly the unpredictable rainfall and desertification affecting local communities.

He added that, “climate change is real. The desert has moved south, and the pattern of rainfall has changed drastically. In the past, farmers relied on traditional knowledge, but today, this is no longer enough.

“We must adapt and innovate. Technology could play a role in predicting weather patterns and mitigating the effects of climate change.”

He also pointed out the growing insecurity in the region, exacerbated by the shrinking of the Lake Chad, forced many communities to relocate.

He said that the lake, once a vital resource for agriculture and fishing, has now become a flashpoint for insecurity, affecting Nigeria, Chad, Cameroon, and Niger.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Yahaya Isah/Hadiza Mohammed-Aliyu

Former lawmaker urges consistency in climate policy implementation
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Former lawmaker urges consistency in climate policy implementation

By Joseph Edeh

Former member of the House of Representatives, Sam Oniugbo, has urged African nations to be consistent in the implementation of policies aimed at mitigating the impact of climate change.

The climate change advocate, who participated in the just-concluded CoP29, said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja.

He said that many African countries were trying to enact Climate Change Acts, to guide them in policy directives.

“More importantly, there must be consistency in policy pronunciation and implementation. To avoid policy somersault there must be a framework to guide its implementation,“ he said.

He said that African nations went to the CoP29, to negotiate for a good deal and not to beg for money.

The former lawmaker said to have access to money from the international bodies, it was important to follow due process and stringent conditions.

Onuigbo said that the 54 African nations contribute only three per cent to climate change, but they bore the brunt of climate change.

“Africans are on the disadvantage side, we are not supposed to be bearing the devastation coming from climate change.

“Climate change is human activities like pushing greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. This has been done by developed countries who have been using coal and fossil fuel over the years,“ he said.

He said that Africa and other developing nations at CoP29 demanded the developed world to contribute 1.23 trillion dollars per annum to tackle the issues of climate change.

“After a long negotiation what was approved was 1billion dollars per annum and to now work to attain the 1.23 trillion over a period of time,“ he said.

On the part of Nigeria, he said President Bola Tinubu was working assiduously to mitigate the impact of climate change on Nigeria.

“Tinubu had clearly said that Nigeria will use climate change to attract investments to the country

“He also said that the developed world must bring money to the activities of climate change,“ he said.

Onuigbo said that to achieve that he had attended several meetings in Dubai on the issue of tripling renewables and activities of the carbon market.

He said the Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) policy of the current government was a far-reaching action to tackle climate change impact on the country.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Onuigbo sponsored the Climate Act in the 9th National Assembly. It provides the legal and administrative framework for Nigeria’s climate change policies and actions. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Uche Anunne

WMO to support Nigeria’s climate resilience efforts- Keyamo
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WMO to support Nigeria’s climate resilience efforts- Keyamo

By Gabriel Agbeja

The World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) on Wednesday pledged to provide technical support to Nigeria in addressing climate change challenges.

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo in a statement said WMO’s Deputy Secretary-General, Ms Ko Barrett, made the commitment during a session with Nigeria’s delegation at COP 29 in Baku, Azerbaijan.

Keyamo stated that Nigeria, as one of the WMO’s Peer Advisors, would benefit from the organisation’s assistance to strengthen climate resilience strategies, particularly in the aviation sector.

He emphasised the interconnectedness of aviation and climate change, noting the need for sustainable practices across all sectors.

Speaking at the Nigerian Pavilion during the celebration of Nigeria Day at COP 29, Keyamo stressed the importance of aligning Nigeria’s aviation and aerospace policies with global climate objectives.

He outlined ongoing initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions and transitioning to cleaner energy sources in the aviation industry.

“Nigeria is fully committed to addressing the global climate crisis. Our aviation sector is undergoing transformative reforms to align with international sustainability standards.

“The commitments we secure here at COP 29 will drive our vision for a resilient and eco-friendly aviation ecosystem,” he stated.

Keyamo also highlighted Nigeria’s potential as a prime destination for green investments in the aviation and aerospace sectors, reaffirming the ministry’s dedication to positioning the country as a leader in sustainable aviation.

He noted that Nigeria’s participation at COP 29 reaffirms its commitment to global partnerships supporting the Paris Agreement and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. (NAN) www.nannews.ng

Edited by Tosin Kolade

Climate change: Nigeria making progress in energy transition – Onuigbo
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Climate change: Nigeria making progress in energy transition – Onuigbo

By Uche Anunne

Climate change activist, Sam Onuigbo says Nigeria is making progress in meeting its energy transition efforts.

Onuigbo, who is participating in the ongoing 29th session of the UN Climate Change Conference, CoP29, said this during a telephone interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday.

The conference is taking place in Baku, Baku, Azerbaijan.

Onuigbo, a former federal lawmaker, said the Climate Change Act which he sponsored as a member of House of Representatives and the establishment of National Council on Climate Change Nigeria, laid a solid foundation for climate change actions.

He is also a member, representing South-East, Governing Board, and Chairman Committee on Security, Climate Change, North-East Development Commission.

He said the Act and the Council provide the legal framework and institution for climate change policy implementation.

The former lawmaker said that the Compressed Natural Gas initiative as an alternative for fossil fuel vehicles by the Bola Tinubu`s administration was a bold step towards energy transition.

Onuigbo said the Electricity Act 2023 was a further impetus to providing cleaner energy.

The Act liberalises the nation’s electricity generation, transmission and distribution at the national level and empowers states, companies and individuals to generate, transmit and distribute electricity.

The Act also permits private investors to obtain generation, transmission and systems operations licenses.

Onuigbo said CoP29 presented an opportunity for Nigeria to boost investment in climate change initiatives.

According to him, Nigeria’s delegation to the conference will market Nigeria’s climate change market to international investors. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Joseph Edeh

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