Nigeria Summit Proposes Climate Resilience Measures

The North West Climate Summit 2026, held on October 21, 2026, proposed the creation of a Climate Academy, Climate Investment Marketplace, and Climate Fund to boost investment and regional climate resilience. These initiatives aim to translate environmental policies into sustainable economic opportunities for communities in North West Nigeria.

The summit, convened by Abdullahi Tanko Yakasai, Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Community Engagement (North West), focused on advancing coordinated climate investment and sustainable development across the region. It provided a platform for federal and subnational stakeholders to collaborate on climate solutions.

Held under the theme 'Accelerating Global Climate Solutions,' the summit emphasized unlocking land, water, and energy systems. The event aimed to strengthen regional climate resilience through strategic investments and partnerships among governments, investors, and development institutions.