Minister Announces New Initiatives For Addressing Climate Change

Minister Announces New Initiatives For Addressing Climate Change

The Federal Government has committed to addressing the impacts of climate change on water resources and related infrastructure. This commitment was announced by Prof. Joseph Utsev, the Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, during the launch of the Nigerian Bilateral/Multilateral Infrastructure and Climate Change Summit 2025 in Abuja on Friday. Prof. Utsev was represented by the Director of Hydrology, Ngozi Abonwo……CONTINUE READING 

The minister highlighted that the Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation is actively engaged in climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts. He emphasized the ministry’s recognition of the urgent need to address these issues.

“The Ministry is taking and will continue to take deliberate steps to mitigate the impact of climate change on water resources and infrastructure,” Utsev said. “Climate change is the most pressing global issue, frequently discussed at international and national conferences. Its impacts are immediate and severe, posing a serious threat to countries, including Nigeria.”

Utsev also outlined the ministry’s proactive measures for infrastructure development and climate action. He mentioned the Datsin Hausa Dam Project in Adamawa State, which, upon completion, will manage irregular water releases from the Cameroon Lagdo dam, provide irrigation for approximately 150,000 hectares, and generate around 150MW of electricity.

Moses Owharo, Chairman of the Planning and Organizing Committee for the Australian Industrial Chemicals Introduction Scheme 2024, noted that the Nigerian Multilateral, Infrastructure, and Climate Summit will set the direction for Africa’s development, with Nigeria at the forefront due to its significant role in the continent’s political and economic landscape.

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