Nigerian Academy of Science Urges Media on Climate Reporting

The Nigerian Academy of Science organized a media roundtable in Lagos, where experts, including former Deputy Vice Chancellor of Research at the University of Lagos, Prof. Babajide Alo, called on journalists to play an active role in raising public awareness about climate change. Alo delivered a keynote address titled "Climate Change and Health: Nigerian Realities," stressing that climate change poses significant threats to public health and security in Nigeria.

He noted ongoing challenges such as desertification in the north and rising sea levels in the south, which endanger communities. Veteran journalist Wale Fatade described climate change as a public health crisis rather than merely an environmental issue, urging media to bridge the gap between scientific research and everyday life.

Prof. Chinedum Babalola, the Public Affairs Secretary of the Nigerian Academy of Science, emphasized the importance of scientific research in informing policy and public discourse, advocating for partnerships between media and scientific communities to enhance climate resilience.