{"id":31198,"date":"2025-10-25T09:23:07","date_gmt":"2025-10-25T09:23:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/cape-verde\/all-news\/lagos-sets-sights-on-becoming-africas-climate-capital"},"modified":"2025-10-25T09:28:20","modified_gmt":"2025-10-25T09:28:20","slug":"lagos-sets-sights-on-becoming-africas-climate-capital","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/cape-verde\/all-news\/lagos-sets-sights-on-becoming-africas-climate-capital","title":{"rendered":"Lagos sets sights on becoming Africa\u2019s climate capital"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Cape verde. <\/strong><\/span>The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its ambition to position the state as the climate capital of Africa, pledging to transform its coastal and environmental challenges into opportunities for economic growth, innovation, and sustainability.<\/p>\n<p>This commitment was reiterated as the state prepares to host the 11th Lagos State International Climate Change Summit, a flagship event that shows Lagos\u2019 leadership in climate action and urban resilience across the continent.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking during a media briefing at the Eko Atlantic Corporate Office, Victoria Island, the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, said the state is making strategic investments in coastal defences, flood control, renewable energy, and circular economy models that could serve as blueprints for other African cities.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThrough the Lagos International Climate Change Summit, we are sending a clear message to the world: Africa is not waiting to be rescued. We are ready to lead,\u201d Wahab declared.<\/p>\n<p>He described Lagos as a living symbol of resilience, creativity, and innovation, adding that the government remains committed to fostering a future where the environment, economy, and people coexist sustainably.<\/p>\n<p>Wahab also noted that Lagos, as one of the world\u2019s most dynamic coastal megacities, has been at the forefront of climate adaptation and environmental innovation. He highlighted the establishment of the Lagos State Parks and Gardens Agency, LASPARK, as one of the tangible outcomes of earlier summits, aimed at advancing urban greening and promoting ecological balance.<\/p>\n<p>According to him, this year\u2019s summit will also spotlight the Lagos Climate Resilience Policy, a pioneering document that sets out comprehensive strategies for climate mitigation and adaptation.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cLagos remains the only state in Nigeria with a Climate Policy,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>The Commissioner also explained that the 2025 Summit would go beyond discussions, serving as a strategic platform for actionable climate solutions, bringing together sub-national governments, development partners, investors, scientists, and innovators to design real, bankable climate projects.<\/p>\n<p>He disclosed that over 1,200 delegates, including global CEOs, financiers, youth innovators, researchers, and heads of international agencies, are expected to participate under the theme: \u201cFinancing the Future of Resilience in Africa.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Wahab expressed appreciation to the summit\u2019s partners, particularly Eko Atlantic for its role in promoting sustainable urban development, and Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, for its continued leadership in the blue economy and maritime safety.<\/p>\n<p>Also speaking, the Director-General of NIMASA, Dr Dayo Mobereola, represented by the agency\u2019s Deputy Director, Mr Tuti Hebron, commended the Lagos State Government\u2019s proactive environmental initiatives. He disclosed that NIMASA has developed a National Policy on Blue Economy, which will provide a robust legal and operational framework for sustainable marine resource management.<\/p>\n<p>He urged other states to emulate Lagos by investing in coastal tourism and marine innovation, citing the recent E1 Electric Boat Race as an example of Lagos\u2019 growing influence in sustainable maritime activities.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Cape verde<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Cape verde. The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its ambition to position the state as the climate capital of Africa, pledging to transform its coastal and environmental challenges into opportunities for economic growth, innovation, and sustainability. 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