Nigeria renews focus on climate resilience and water management
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening climate resilience across Nigeria. Joseph Utsev, Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, highlighted the importance of the Agro-Climate Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) project in addressing threats like flooding, land degradation, and water scarcity. The project, supported by the World Bank, aims to improve watershed management and sustainable water infrastructure. Balarabe Lawal, Minister of Environment, emphasized the need for long-term policy support to ensure the sustainability of these interventions.
What we know
- Joseph Utsev stated that the ministry will focus on watershed management, flood forecasting, early warning systems, and sustainable water infrastructure.
- The ongoing Mid-Term Review Steering Technical Committee meeting in Kaduna is assessing the project's progress and operational challenges.
- Balarabe Lawal stressed the importance of enacting laws to guarantee the sustainability of ACReSAL interventions.
- The ACReSAL project targets environmental challenges in Nigeria’s semi-arid regions, especially in the North.
- Officials believe continued investment in climate resilience projects is vital for safeguarding water resources and supporting vulnerable communities.
