It reinforces a legal trend that prevents state governments from extending regulatory reach into federally controlled sectors under the guise of revenue generation.
Nigeria loses annually about 350,000 hectares of forest—equivalent to 490,000 football fields—resulting in soil erosion, biodiversity collapse, and increased climate vulnerability.
For too long, financing nature has been framed as a cost—a burden on the national budget.
This action plan outlines a three-pillar roadmap to translate Nigeria’s infrastructure ambitions into reality.
The moment to act is now—catalysing the investment needed to build a more peaceful and prosperous future for millions.
The choice before us is stark—two futures for Nigeria. In one future, ministers act now. By 2030, Nigeria will have a thriving carbon market attracting billions in climate investments.
As Nigeria puts the final touches on its Third Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC 3.0), the nation stands on the cusp of a fundamental paradigm shift.
By 2028, a new era of corporate accountability will dawn in Nigeria.
Mokwa’s flooding crisis should prompt decisive action, not just in emergency response but also in preventative measures that ensure communities are better prepared for future challenges.
The sheer scale of planned operations also poses a significant threat to land degradation, habitat loss, and biodiversity, as well as chemical pollution from mining byproducts.
