ABU DHABI, Jan 15 – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called for global cooperation to create a sustainable and equitable future, stressing the need for collective action to address climate change and economic challenges. Speaking on the second day of the 2025 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, Tinubu highlighted the critical role of nations working together to achieve long-term sustainability goals.
The Nigerian president addressed the theme “From Climate Imperatives into Economic Prosperity: Bridging Africa with the Global Energy Future,” emphasizing that climate change is not just an environmental issue, but an economic opportunity for reshaping the global energy sector. He underlined that no single nation can tackle the crisis alone, and the key to success lies in innovation, collaboration, and global unity.
“We are at a critical juncture in human history, and to succeed, we must act as one global community,” Tinubu said.
He reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions, explaining that his government has developed policies aimed at balancing local realities with global expectations. Nigeria’s energy transition plans include diversifying energy sources, reducing dependency on fossil fuels, and prioritizing cleaner energy options as part of the country’s development strategy. The government is also promoting the use of Compressed Natural Gas, electric vehicles, and solid minerals to support the transition to green energy.
Tinubu also highlighted Nigeria’s focus on climate-smart agricultural practices to boost food security and reduce environmental harm. He pointed to the National Clean Cooking Policy as a key initiative aimed at promoting clean energy, environmental health, and socio-economic development in Africa.
The president addressed Nigeria’s environmental challenges, such as deforestation, desertification, coastal erosion, and pollution, which pose serious risks to the livelihoods of millions. He called for international collaboration and resource mobilization to mitigate these issues and adopt innovative solutions.
Tinubu further discussed Nigeria’s efforts to fund green projects, citing the country’s pioneering role in issuing Sovereign Green Bonds, the third of which is currently in progress. He encouraged investors to partner with Nigeria in supporting the transition to sustainable practices.
