UN Climate Chief Simon Stiell is visiting Nigeria for four days to discuss strong climate plans with government officials and other stakeholders. His agenda includes meetings in Abuja and a symposium in Lagos to address how Nigeria’s climate strategy can foster economic opportunities and resilience to climate change.
Simon Stiell, the Executive Secretary of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), is embarking on a four-day visit to Nigeria to discuss the opportunities presented by robust climate plans. His itinerary includes meetings with government officials, business leaders, and civil society in Abuja and Lagos, focusing on actionable climate strategies and their potential economic benefits.
Stiell will engage with Nigerian authorities in Abuja on March 4-5, before attending a symposium titled “Intersecting Worlds of Climate Change, Mangrove, and Art” on March 6 in Lagos, organized by the National Council on Climate Change Secretariat. His speech at 10:05 AM (WAT) will address Nigeria’s new Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC), highlighting how bold climate action can alleviate poverty and enhance energy access.
The Executive Secretary intends to underline the vital role of a new climate plan in boosting Nigeria’s economic sectors, indicating that it can help households and businesses thrive. He will discuss how environmental protection can enhance resilience to extreme weather and safeguard livelihoods, exemplifying this through initiatives like mangrove preservation and the Great Green Wall project.
In addition to his speech, Stiell will participate in a panel discussion with business leaders during the symposium and engage with civil society representatives on March 7. This visit aligns with UNFCCC’s overarching goals, including the Paris Agreement aim to limit global temperature rise to well below 2 degrees Celsius and stabilize greenhouse gas concentrations to avert climate change impacts.
In conclusion, Simon Stiell’s visit to Nigeria signifies a critical step towards advancing climate action through collaboration with various stakeholders. His discussions will focus on leveraging Nigeria’s climate plans for economic growth and building resilience against climate impacts. By engaging with government, business, and civil society, the UNFCCC seeks to encourage a unified approach to addressing climate change challenges.
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