Climate Finance and Emerging Issues from COP 29: What Next for Nigeria?

KEY TAKEAWAYS: COP29 set new, ambitious financial goals, including tripling the annual climate finance commitment for developing countries to $300 billion and aiming to mobilize $1.3 trillion annually by 2035.  The Loss and Damage Fund, established during COP27, was further operationalized at COP29. This fund aims to assist vulnerable countries in dealing with climate-related disasters. […]

Unregulated Drilling of Water Wells in Nigeria: Risks, Regulatory Challenges and Strategic Way Forward.

Takeaways: Unregulated drilling of wells undermines the availability, quality and productivity of water resources. Regulatory frameworks for groundwater exploration in Nigeria are weak, vague and extended between several Ministries, Departments and Agencies leading to poor enforcement. Unregulated drilling of boreholes increases risk of contamination of aquifers, land subsidence, escalation of waterborne diseases and other health […]

The Linkages Between Climate Change and Watershed Development in Nigeria

Key Takeaways Climate change exacerbates water scarcity and water related hazards. Watershed management guarantees water and soil conservation for food and water security. Healthier watersheds support ecosystems and advance climate change resilience Development projects should incorporate watershed management into their program design to support climate change resilience. Nigeria has about 277 watersheds with only 57 […]

Flooding in Maiduguri, Borno State: A Complex Interaction of Natural and Human Factors

Location Maiduguri Metropolitan Council, Jere and Konduga, Borno State, Nigeria Incident Date Tuesday, September 10, 2024 Background Nearly a week after the flood incident in Borno State which flooded Maiduguri and its environs, the magnitude of devastation has left observers and experts alike in awe. Relevant emergency and humanitarian agencies have been overwhelmed due to […]

The Triple Planetary Crisis: What Is It?

The Triple Planetary Crisis: What Is It?   The triple planetary crisis isn’t just a catchy phrase; it represents the critical juncture we find ourselves in. Here’s a breakdown of the three components:     The Interconnected Web These three crises aren’t isolated; they weave together, exacerbating one another. Here’s how: Solutions and Hope Remember, we’re not […]