Niger Govt Declares to Host Green Economic Summit in Minna
From Yakubu Mustapha Minna
The Niger State Government has declared to host a National Green Economy Summit scheduled for October 24-25, 2023, in Minna, Niger State capital
This is contained in a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government
SSG, Alhaji Abubakar Usman, explained that the Summit theme will be Sustainable Future: Harnessing Green Assets and Innovation for Niger State’s Prosperity.
The SSG revealed that it will coincide with the United Nations Day as well as the climate advocacy group, 350.organization’s International Day for Climate Action, to underscore the resolve to partake in achieving collective global goals through responsible local action.
Alhaji Abubakar Usman added that Governor of Niger State, Mohammed Umar Bago, will play a significant role in championing a national green economy initiative, is organizing this Green Economy Summit to reposition the State for sustainable socioeconomic development, and to boldly make Niger State the green investment hub of Nigeria.
While the governor recognizes the potential for Niger State, the summit will bring together participants including policymakers, industry leaders, academia, local and international sector experts, NGOs, international development partners, investors, and local communities, to pave the way for an inclusive green economy and a sustainable future for the state.
