Sokoto State Government has initiated efforts to develop a comprehensive Climate Change Policy Document aimed at addressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainable development in the state.
This was underscored during the two-day Validation Session organised by the United Nations Development Programme, UNDP in partnership with the State Ministry of Environment.
Permanent Secretary in State Ministry of Environment, Mustapha Alkali, emphasised the critical importance of the Climate Change Policy for the future of the state. In his words, “If you save your environment, you’re saving your life.”
He further explained that, “If your environment is not conducive, nothing will be achieved. There won’t be governance, there won’t be peace, there won’t be life.”
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The session, which brought together various stakeholders from government, civil society, and environmental experts, is focused on reviewing and validating the draft policy document, which will outline specific actions and strategies to mitigate the impacts of climate change in Sokoto State.
The Climate Change Policy document, once finalised, will serve as a roadmap for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, adapting to environmental changes, and promoting sustainability. It aims to guide decision-making, set measurable targets, and enhance accountability, with the ultimate goal of fostering long-term resilience against climate impacts.
(Editor: Terverr Tyav)
