Nigeria Hosts Global Forum on Climate Adaptation and Peace

From May 5 to 7, 2026, Nigeria hosted a global forum on climate adaptation and peacebuilding at the Continental Hotel in Abuja. The event was attended by policymakers, development partners, civil society groups, and international experts, focusing on the impact of climate change on security and conflict in the country.

Salihu Aminu Usman, Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Environment, described climate change as a major driver of instability and conflict, particularly in vulnerable regions. He noted Nigeria's commitment to global climate obligations, referencing its participation in the Kyoto Protocol and the Paris Agreement, with a goal to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 47% through its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) 3.0.

Dr. Iniobong Abiola, Director of the Department of Climate Change, emphasized the serious climate-related challenges Nigeria faces, affecting infrastructure and security. Alec Crawford from the Nature Resilience International Institute for Sustainable Development highlighted the need for adaptation plans that reflect real-world constraints and promote peacebuilding.