National Council on Climate Change

Nigeria Youth Climate Summit ☘️

National Council on Climate Change (NCCC) in collaboration with UNICEF invites young climate leaders, innovators, students, and changemakers to join the Nigeria Youth Climate Summit 2026 — a platform to amplify youth voices in the implementation of Nigeria’s NDC 3.0 and drive meaningful climate action.

As we approach World Environment Day, this summit reinforces the power of youth leadership in building a greener, more resilient Nigeria. 🇳🇬🌱

🗓 2nd – 3rd June 2026
📍 Abuja Continental Hotel

To register: https://lnkd.in/emJM-fxb

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Today, we celebrate the hardworking Nigerians across every sector driving progress and shaping a sustainable future.

From energy, agriculture, transport, and industry to finance, innovation, and public service—your efforts are powering Nigeria’s climate journey and building a more resilient nation for generations to come.

Every role matters. Every contribution counts.

Happy Workers’ Day, Nigeria!

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The Director-General of the National Council on Climate Change (NCCC), Dr. (Mrs.) Omotenioye Majekodunmi, delivered a Convocation Lecture at the University of Abuja themed “Carbon Credits from Tree Planting: Opportunities and Challenges for Nigeria’s Climate Goals.”

In her address, the Director-General underscored the role of academia in shaping Nigeria’s green future, highlighting the importance of equipping the next generation with the skills, innovation, and mindset required to drive green growth and sustainable development.
She encouraged graduating students to see the green economy as a space for leadership, enterprise, and impact.

The engagement also featured a symbolic tree planting exercise, reinforcing the importance of practical environmental stewardship and inspiring young Nigerians to contribute actively to building a resilient and sustainable nation.

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The Director-General of the National Council on Climate Change (NCCC), Dr. (Mrs.) Omotenioye Majekodunmi, delivered a keynote address at the California–Africa Climate Engagement Partnership (CACEP), building on the Memorandum of Understanding signed with the Office of Governor Gavin Newsom of California.

In her remarks, she emphasized the importance of translating partnerships into tangible outcomes:
“The CACEP partnership is significant in that it moves us from dialogue to delivery… bringing together innovation, investment, and talent to create a high-impact ecosystem for exchange and problem-solving.”

She further noted that such engagements represent more than diplomacy, but a strategic framework for advancing cooperation across green technology, digital infrastructure, energy systems, and sustainable development.
This engagement reinforces Nigeria’s commitment to leveraging global partnerships to drive green growth, investment, and long-term economic value.

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The Director-General, National Council on Climate Change (NCCC), Dr. (Mrs.) Omotenioye Majekodunmi, engaged with the UK Special Representative on Climate Rachel Kyte, on the sidelines of Climate Week San Francisco under the California–Africa Climate Engagement Partnership (CACEP).

The engagement explored opportunities to deepen UK–Nigeria collaboration on green finance, energy transition, and sustainable growth, reinforcing Nigeria’s commitment to strategic partnerships that support national development priorities.

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At the ISSB Capacity Building Workshop, the Director-General of the National Council on Climate Change (NCCC), Dr. (Mrs.) Omotenioye Majekodunmi, underscored the growing importance of sustainability reporting in today’s financial ecosystem.

She noted that the adoption of IFRS S1 and S2 standards marks a significant shift — positioning sustainability disclosure not just as a compliance requirement, but as a core driver of financial transparency, risk management, and long-term value creation.

Highlighting Nigeria’s early adoption of the ISSB framework, the Director-General emphasized its alignment with the Renewed Hope Agenda, reinforcing efforts to strengthen investor confidence, support economic reform, and enhance national competitiveness under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

She further stated that this proactive approach places Nigeria at the forefront of climate-aligned finance in Africa, opening new opportunities in green finance, carbon markets, and sustainable investment.

The Director-General stressed that credible sustainability disclosures are critical to improving accountability, mitigating greenwashing risks, and enabling institutions to better anticipate and manage climate-related financial risks.

She concluded by calling on stakeholders across the public and private sectors to embrace these standards as practical tools for building a more transparent, resilient, and future-ready financial system.

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Wishing you all a joyful Easter 🌿

May this season of renewal bring peace, hope, and a shared commitment to a greener, more sustainable future for our nation.