The Nigerian government has raised alarm over the alarming rate of reliance on harmful cooking fuels in the country. According to the Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, a staggering nine out of ten households in Nigeria still use firewood, kerosene, and charcoal for cooking. This, he warned, is causing a silent energy crisis with severe implications for health, environment, and economy.<\/p>\n
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In a press release issued on Saturday, the minister emphasized the urgent need to transition to clean cooking solutions. \u201cTraditional cooking methods are claiming lives, destroying our forests, and contributing significantly to climate change,\u201d Lawal stated. \u201cBy switching to clean cooking, we can save lives, empower women, create jobs, and protect our environment.\u201d<\/p>\n
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To address this challenge, the Federal Government developed and approved the National Clean Cooking Policy. The policy aims to ensure universal access to clean cooking energy solutions for all Nigerians by 2030. The minister highlighted the potential of this initiative to create about 10 million jobs, particularly for young people.<\/p>\n
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\u201cImplementing the National Clean Cooking Policy is crucial for achieving our climate goals,\u201d Lawal said. \u201cIt aligns with our Nationally Determined Contribution and the Energy Transition Plan, bringing us closer to a carbon-neutral future.\u201d<\/p>\n
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The minister called on all stakeholders, including government agencies, private sector, and international partners, to collaborate in achieving the objectives of the policy. He expressed optimism that by working together, Nigeria can overcome the challenges posed by dirty cooking and build a sustainable future for its citizens.<\/p>\n
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