Physical Address
Forest Hill P.M.B. 5054 Jericho G.R.A,Ibadan, Oyo State
In a bold step toward addressing Nigeria’s urgent environmental issues, the Hon. Minister of the Federal Ministry of Environment, Balarabe Abbas Lawal, has officially inaugurated the newly appointed Chairmen and Members of the Governing Boards of various environmental agencies in a ceremony held in Abuja.
A Call to Action for Nigeria’s Environmental Leaders
During the inauguration, the Minister laid out a clear mandate: Nigeria’s environmental leaders must actively tackle climate change, desertification, flooding, waste management, and biodiversity loss. These pressing issues must be addressed in alignment with both national environmental policies and international commitments such as the Paris Agreement
Driving Impact Through Innovation and Collaboration
The Minister emphasized the importance of:
- Innovation in environmental governance
- Collaboration across agencies and stakeholders
- Inclusive governance that empowers communities
He urged the newly inaugurated board members to bring creativity, integrity, and urgency to their leadership roles.
A Greener Future Under Renewed Leadership
In his remarks, the Minister expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his continued prioritization of environmental sustainability in Nigeria’s national development agenda. This move represents a renewed commitment to building a resilient and sustainable future for Nigeria.
The inauguration of these governing boards marks a significant milestone in strengthening institutional capacity to address environmental challenges and ensure effective implementation of environmental policies and programs.
