Tinubu Establishes Presidential Committee on Climate Action and Green Solutions

By Mohammed Bello Doka

In a decisive move towards combating climate change and promoting sustainability, President Bola Tinubu has established the Presidential Committee on Climate Action and Green Solutions. This high-powered committee, chaired by President Tinubu himself, aims to spearhead Nigeria's efforts in addressing environmental challenges and fostering green innovations.

The committee is comprised of a diverse group of members, including top government officials, industry leaders, and representatives from key federal ministries and agencies. The Vice-Chairman of the committee is Balarabe Abbas Lawal, the Minister of Environment, while Ajuri-Obari Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President, will serve as Secretary and Special Presidential Envoy.

Members of the committee include:

1. President Bola Tinubu – Chairman

2. Balarabe Abbas Lawal (Minister of Environment) – Vice-Chairman

3. Ajuri-Obari Ngelale (Special Adviser) – Secretary/Special Presidential Envoy

4. Lazarus Angbazo (CEO, InfraCorp) – Member

5. Salisu Dahiru (CEO, NCCC) – Member

6. Michael Ohiani (CEO, ICRC) – Member

7. Aisha Rimi (CEO, NIPC) – Member

8. Aminu Umar-Sadiq (CEO, NSIA) – Member

9. Yusuf Maina-Bukar (CEO, NAGGW) – Member

10. Abdullahi Mustapha (CEO, ECN) – Member

11. Abba Abubakar Aliyu (CEO, REA) – Member

12. Uzoma Nwagba (CEO, CrediCorp) – Member

13. Khalil Halilu (CEO, NASENI) – Member

14. Fatima Shinkafi (CEO, SMDF) – Member

15. Bala Bello (Deputy Governor, CBN) – Member

16. Lolade Abiola (UN SE4ALL) – Member

17. Teni Majekodunmi (NCCC Adviser) – Member

18. Representative, Federal Ministry of FCT– Member

19. Representative, Federal Ministry of Finance – Member

20. Representative, Federal Ministry of Power – Member

21. Representative, Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade & Investment – Member

22. Representative, Federal Ministry of Water Resources– Member

23. Representative, Federal Ministry of Agriculture & Food Security – Member

24. Representative, Federal Inland Revenue Service– Member

25. Representative, Nigeria Customs Service – Member

This committee is tasked with developing and implementing strategic initiatives to reduce carbon emissions, enhance renewable energy adoption, and ensure sustainable development practices across the nation. President Tinubu emphasized the urgency of the committee’s mandate, highlighting the need for immediate and coordinated action to address the climate crisis and secure a greener future for Nigeria.