The Society for Planet & Prosperity, in conjunction with the Federal Ministry of Environment (FMoE), released the much-anticipated 2024 Subnational Climate Governance Performance Report on Thursday at the Abuja Continental Hotel.<\/p>\n
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The event was graced by Mallam Balarabe Abbas Lawal, the Minister of Environment and Minister of State for Environment, and Dr. Adekunle Salako, who both highlighted the significance of the report in shaping Nigeria’s climate action strategies.<\/p>\n
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The report ranks Nigeria’s 36 states based on their climate governance performance, providing insights into the effectiveness of local climate policies and practices. Professor Chukwumerije Okeke, President of the Society for Planet & Prosperity, presented the methodologies used in the assessment. He explained that the evaluation criteria included policy implementation, community engagement, and environmental impact measures.<\/p>\n
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In the rankings, Lagos emerged as the top performer, demonstrating exceptional commitment to climate governance and sustainable practices. Gombe secured the second position, reflecting significant progress in its climate initiatives. Ebonyi state achieved third place, showcasing its growing efforts in addressing climate challenges. Ekiti and Borno states were tied for the fourth position, indicating notable but still developing climate governance efforts.<\/p>\n
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The report underscores the importance of robust climate governance at the subnational level and provides a benchmark for other states to follow. The collaboration between the Society for Planet & Prosperity and the Federal Ministry of Environment aims to foster a competitive spirit among states and drive progress towards national climate goals.<\/p>\n
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The event also served as a platform for discussing future initiatives and strategies to enhance climate governance across Nigeria. Both the Society for Planet & Prosperity and the Federal Ministry of Environment reiterated their commitment to supporting states in improving their climate performance and achieving sustainable development.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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