The article emphasizes that addressing climate change is essential for Nigeria’s future, but it also presents unique opportunities for the country to stimulate economic growth, create jobs, and improve the well-being of its citizens.
Professor Aniebiet Inyang Ntui, a Nigerian Climate Diplomat, has written an article published in Stockholm, Sweden by WeDontHaveTime AB (publ), a social network for climate action, outlining Nigeria’s pathway to a sustainable future amidst the challenges of climate change. The article highlights the significant opportunities Nigeria has to transition to a low-carbon economy through renewable energy sources, including solar, wind, and hydroelectric power. Foreign investors have already taken notice of Nigeria’s renewable energy potential, with the country attracting over $5.6 billion in renewable energy investments in 2018.
Sustainable agriculture is also identified as a critical area of opportunity for Nigeria, with the potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, increase crop yields, and improve soil health. Additionally, implementing sustainable waste management practices, restoring degraded land, and participating in international initiatives such as the Paris Agreement are other ways Nigeria can reduce its carbon footprint and position itself as a leader in the fight against climate change.
The article emphasizes that addressing climate change is essential for Nigeria’s future, but it also presents unique opportunities for the country to stimulate economic growth, create jobs, and improve the well-being of its citizens.
Aniebiet Inyang Ntui, the author of the article, is a Nigerian diplomat and professor who has served as the Ambassador of the EU’s European Climate Pact since December 2022. She has chaired panels at various international conferences, including the 2022 United Nations Biodiversity Conference, the 2022 G20 Bali Summit, and the 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference. She was named by the Web of Science as the “Most Read Researcher in Nigeria” and is the current University Librarian at the University of Calabar, Nigeria.
(NAN, EuroNews Green)