The Kano State Government has officially launched its Climate Change Policy, marking a significant milestone in the state’s efforts to address the challenges posed by climate change.
The policy launch, which took place at a ceremony attended by top government officials, development partners, and stakeholders, is aimed at promoting a coordinated and inclusive approach to climate governance in the state.
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In his remarks, the Honourable Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change, Dr. Dahir M. Hashim, expressed his appreciation for the support of the state government, development partners, and other stakeholders in the development of the policy.
He noted that the policy launch was a bold statement that Kano State was not only climate-aware but also climate-ready, and that it marked the beginning of a new era in the state’s efforts to address the challenges posed by climate change.
Also speaking at the event, a climate change activist, Ahmad Muhammad Ahmad emphasized the urgent need for climate action, stating that it was a collective responsibility that required sacrifice and commitment.
The Kano State Government, in collaboration with development partners, has pledged to implement the new policy and laws, which are designed to promote sustainable development, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and enhance the state’s resilience to climate change.
The Kano State Climate Change Policy is designed to promote sustainable development, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and enhance the state’s resilience to climate change. It is expected to guide the state’s climate governance efforts and ensure a coordinated approach to addressing the challenges posed by climate change.
The policy launch was attended by His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, as well as other top government officials, development partners, and stakeholders.
