The institute pointed out that flooding has recurred annually in Lagos since 1968, except in 1973, the Sahelian drought year.
Mr Itua urged engineers to evolve from task executors to architects of a resilient, climate-ready country.
Mr Onoja urged Nigerians to embrace social and urban development that respects nature.
AGESI underscores that Africa is not merely vulnerable, but investible.
The visit was part of AGESI’s ongoing stakeholder engagement efforts to align with key institutions on issues of environmental compliance, sustainability, and inclusive green growth.
The summit, which takes place in Addis Ababa from September 8-10, 2025, is a critical platform for accelerating climate action and financing Africa’s green development.
AGESI calls for reframing Africa’s green transition, moving beyond the narrative of vulnerability to one of generational economic opportunity.
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.
As Africa reflects on four decades of environmental action, AGESI reiterated that Africa must move beyond the legacy of external dependency and take charge of its future.
