By Bilkis Abdulraheem Lawal
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed the state’s commitment to leading Africa’s transition toward a clean and resilient blue economy.
Speaking at the 11th Lagos International Climate Change Summit, the Governor described Lagos as a city “built on water, energy, and enterprise,” adding that the state must continue to turn its environmental challenges into opportunities for innovation and growth.
Governor Sanwo-Olu announced the creation of “Lagos Carbon”, Africa’s first domestic environmental market, designed to attract investment into decarbonisation, renewable energy, and sustainable development projects across the state. He noted that the initiative would position Lagos as a model for climate-smart urban development on the continent.
The Governor emphasised that sustainable climate finance remains central to Lagos’ long-term development strategy under the T.H.E.M.E.S+ Agenda, which prioritises environmental resilience, circular economy solutions, and coastal protection.
In his remarks, the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, said the summit demonstrates Lagos State’s commitment to financing innovation and safeguarding its vulnerable coastline. He disclosed that a biogas facility at the Ikosi-Isheri Fruit Market will soon be inaugurated to convert organic waste into clean energy, thereby reducing methane emissions and promoting energy security.
Representing the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, the Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola, said the Federal Government is implementing reforms in the maritime sector aimed at reducing piracy, improving waste management, and advancing waste-to-wealth initiatives.
International partners, including Britain, China, and Germany, pledged continued support for Lagos’ climate resilience agenda through technology transfer, capacity building, and green investment.
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