Tinubu Leads Charge Against Climate Change, Seeks Expert Input

The Federal Government has stated that the administration of President Bola Tinubu is committed to addressing food security and climate change in Nigeria.

The Special Assistant to the President on Climate Change Matters, Yusuf Kailani disclosed this while addressing newsmen on Wednesday.

He explained that professionals and experts have being engage to address the impact of climate change.

According to him, “The President has raised concerns about the impacts of climate change and is actively leading efforts to address them. Professionals and experts are being engaged to ensure the continuity and success of the initiatives, stressing the importance of partnerships with relevant stakeholders to achieve the nation’s climate goals.

“Governance is a continuous project. The government cannot do it alone. As Nigeria prepares for the upcoming COP29, numerous activities are underway to showcase the country’s progress on the global stage.”

Earlier in his address, the Executive Secretary of HEDA Resource Centre, Sulaimon Arigbabu, stated that climate change is a reality, emphasising that the most affected people in Nigeria are usually community members, rural dwellers, and vulnerable farmers.

Arigbabu explained that when farmers are impacted by climate change, the nation’s food and national security are threatened.

“But with information and knowledge, people’s vulnerability to climate change can be reduced, leading to resilience,” he assured.