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admin ‘Ngelale intensifies preparations for UNGA, COP29, B20 Business Forum’
Special Presidential Envoy on Climate Action Ajuri Ngelale has held a crucial virtual meeting with Michael Uwemedimo, leader of the $100 million Global Environment Facility (GEF) project.
The GEF project aims to regenerate mangrove forests in the Niger Delta, offsetting carbon emissions in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
Ngelale’s engagement with Uwemedimo, which underscores Nigeria’s commitment to climate action and environmental conservation, was one of a number of critical engagements he held on Tuesday, aimed at furthering Nigeria’s climate action on the global scale.
The project’s success is believed to have the potential to make a significant impact on the country’s carbon footprint and contribute to global efforts against climate change.
Also, Ngelale has intensified preparations for the upcoming United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) and Conference of Parties (COP29) as he convened a meeting with members of the Economic Team Office (ETO), and the National Climate Change Council (NCCC), to review progress on preparations for cross-governmental engagements.
He also held another virtual call with Nicky Keefe, Bloomberg Group Executive, to discuss Nigeria’s participation in the B20 Business Forum in Brazil and plans to drive value chain localisation in renewable energy technologies.
The Presidential Envoy ended the day at a dinner reception hosted by incoming U.S. Ambassador Rick Mills for members of U.S. President Joe Biden’s Advisory Council on African Relations.
“Tuesday was an important day in our team’s preparations for UNGA and COP29. Combined members of the ETO, NCCC, and the Presidency compared notes on the progress of preparations ahead of cross-governmental engagements set to occur in the days ahead.
“Later on Tuesday, I hosted a virtual call with Mr. Michael Uwemedimo, who is leading the $100 million GEF project launching next year, and is focused on massive mangrove forest regeneration in the Niger Delta to offset carbon emissions in conjunction with the UNDP.
“Also, I hosted a virtual call with Bloomberg Group Executive, Nicky Keefe concerning preparations for Nigeria’s participation at the B20 Business Forum in Sao Paulo, Brazil, and our plans to drive value chain localization in renewable energy technologies.
“Finally, I was pleased to end Tuesday night at the incoming U.S. Ambassador’s Dinner Reception for members of U.S. President Joe Biden’s Advisory Council on African Relations. Incoming U.S. Ambassador Rick Mills was a gracious host,” Ngelale said.
These efforts demonstrate Nigeria’s commitment to climate action and sustainable development, showcasing the country’s leadership on the global stage.
