Climate Action Africa Launches The Scorecard Of States Webinar Series To Unveil Climate Action At The Subnational Level

By Cyber Era NG Special Correspondent

Climate Action Africa  has announced the launch of Scorecard of States (SOS) Webinar Series, set to debut on Thursday, 26 September 2024, with the theme: Unveiling Climate Action at the Subnational Level.

Cyber Era NG learns that this initiative is a crucial step in advancing climate resilience and fostering eco-conscious communities across Nigeria, focusing on the pivotal role of subnational governments in driving climate action.

As Nigeria continues to take proactive steps towards addressing climate change, the recent 2024 Climate Governance Performance Ranking report has spotlighted the diverse performance of Nigeria’s 36 states. Notably, Lagos, Gombe, and Ebonyi have emerged as top performers, demonstrating significant progress in institutional arrangements and project implementation. While these successes are commendable, they also highlight the ongoing need for dialogue, collaboration, and innovation to further enhance climate action at the state level.

The SOS Webinar Series by Climate Action Africa is designed to serve as a dynamic platform for knowledge sharing, policy influence, and stakeholder engagement. Through this series, we aim to showcase and discuss the climate change and sustainability initiatives of Nigerian states, explore the challenges they face, and promote innovative solutions that can inform and influence climate policies at the subnational level.

This webinar series will run for a year, with government representatives from 3 different states appearing as speakers every month. Each session will focus on the unique climate challenges and successes of four states, fostering a comprehensive understanding of subnational climate action across Nigeria.

Why This Matters

The Scorecard of States is not just a discussion series; it is a vital mechanism for driving climate action where it is needed most — at the state level. Subnational governments are at the forefront of implementing climate policies that directly impact local communities. This series, through highlighting state-level initiatives, sharing successes and challenges, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders, will contribute to a more resilient and sustainable Nigeria.

Upcoming Event Details

The first series is scheduled to hold as follow:

Date: Thursday, 26 September 2024

Time: 2:00 PM WAT

Duration: 90 minutes

Format: Zoom Webinar

Keynote Address: Director, Intergovernmental Support and Collective Progress Division, UNFCCC Cecilia Kinuthia-Njenga.

Participating States: Abia, Kano, and Ekiti.

Panelists:

• Director, Climate Change Department, Abia State Ministry of Environment Chris Ike;
• Director, Environment and Climate Change at Kano Watershed, Erosion and Climate Change Management Agency KN-WECCMA, Kano State Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Umar Saleh Anka; and
• Director, Climate Change and Nature Conservation, Ministry of environment and natural resources Ado ekiti Nigeria Akinola Babatunde Peter.

Call for Sponsors and Partners

“Sponsorship and partnership opportunities are available to support this impactful initiative. We invite organizations, businesses, and stakeholders committed to climate action to join us in making this series a success.

Partnering with us will enable you to play a key role in advancing climate resilience across Nigeria, gaining visibility among a diverse audience of policymakers, climate action leaders, researchers, and community stakeholders.

For media inquiries, sponsorship opportunities, or partnership discussions, please contact: ezejanu@climateaction.africa .

Join us for this impactful event as we pave the way for enhanced climate action across Nigeria.”