Abuja, Sept. 3, 2025 — The Federal Government has validated Nigeria’s Economic Appraisal Report, a major step toward developing the country’s Adaptation Finance Strategy and drafting the National Adaptation Plan (NAP).
For years, climate action in Nigeria and globally has focused more on mitigation, often leaving adaptation underexplored. While mitigation remains essential, experts at the Abuja workshop emphasized that adaptation has now become an urgent priority for Nigeria’s climate response.
Officials noted that even as the nation grapples with multiple climate-related challenges, there are also opportunities within the crisis that can be harnessed to build a sustainable and resilient future.
Participants described the validation workshop as highly insightful, with discussions centering on how Nigeria can redefine its development pathways, embrace innovation, and strengthen resilience in ways that benefit both present and future generations.
Speaking at the event, Mahmud Kambari, Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Environment, said the NAP would serve as a framework for mobilising and channeling resources toward the country’s adaptation priorities.
“The NAP is what will provide the blueprint required for mobilising, managing, and directing resources towards Nigeria’s adaptation priorities,” Kambari stated.
The validation exercise marks a significant milestone in aligning Nigeria’s climate policies with its broader development agenda.
By Etta Michael
