UNFCCC: Tinubu’s aide highlights Nigeria’s success at Pre-COP conference
Special Assistant to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Climate Change Matters, Comrade Yussuf Kelani, has said the primary focus of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) conference was to develop and refine the implementation framework for the global climate finance roadmap.
The Pre-COP conference, held from June 3-13 in Bonn, Germany, brought together representatives from various nations and stakeholders in climate action and environmental sustainability from around the globe. This pivotal event was held in preparation for the UNFCCC COP29, scheduled to take place in Baku, Azerbaijan, in November 2024.
In a post on his Facebook page, Comrade Kelani Yussuf highlighted that Nigeria’s active participation in the conference has yielded several benefits, including increased access to climate finance.
He said: “The discussions at the conference focused on securing substantial financial resources for developing nations through the NCQG. For Nigeria, this translates into enhanced funding for projects aimed at mitigation, adaptation, and resilience-building. These funds are crucial for Nigeria to achieve its climate targets and transition towards a low-carbon economy.
“Another significant aspect of Nigeria’s participation in the SB60 Pre-COP conference was the emphasis on technological innovation and capacity building. These integrated approaches ensure that climate action efforts also deliver socio-economic benefits, thereby promoting holistic development.
“President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is committed to leveraging these gains to implement effective and inclusive climate policies that benefit all Nigerians. Nigeria’s active engagement in global climate forums underscores its dedication to being a leader in climate action and a champion of sustainable development.”
