By Dare Akogun
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwoolu has announced that the state is in full support of the National Net Zero Emission Target, as part of the state broader commitment to combating climate change and improving environmental sustainability.
Sanwoolu made the announcement while speaking at a side event hosted by the Lagos State government titled Lagos Climate Adaptation and Resilience Plan on the sidelines of the ongoing 28th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP 28) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, taking place in Dubai.
The event held at the Nigeria Pavillion, underscored Nigeria’s commitment to the global climate action movement.
Gov Sanwoolu highlighted that Lagos state is not just passively supporting the target but is actively working towards it.
According to him “As a state in terms of preparedness and strategic actions, we are ahead and planning towards, it” he said.
The governor also emphasized the potential of certain sectors in helping achieve the net-zero target, citing public transportation and renewable energy as areas of focus.
These sectors, he noted, offer “huge opportunities” for reducing emissions and promoting sustainable practices.
The governor further emphasized the necessity of moving from talk to action, with a call for a concerted effort, involving not only government but also private entities, towards achieving the net-zero emission target.
“We are here as governments to have commitment, there are so many talks and now is the time for action, through partnership and investment,” Sanwoolu said.
