The Kano State Government has officially launched its Climate Change Policy, restating its commitment to sustainable development, green infrastructure, and climate resilience.
The policy, which was signed into law on Jan. 29, 2025, among other things, provides a strategic framework to guide the state’s environmental governance and transition to a low-carbon economy.
Speaking at the launch on Tuesday in Kano, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf described the policy as “a major milestone” in the administration’s vision for “a clean, green and resilient Kano.”
The governor, who was represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Ibrahim Umar Farouk, said the policy was a “veritable investment for future generations” and a key step towards positioning Kano as a sub-national leader in climate governance.
“In our resolve to reposition Kano as a progressive sub-national actor, we have developed and signed into law a comprehensive climate policy framework for coordinated action,” he said.
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Mr Yusuf said the policy is supported by a Climate Action Plan focusing on clean energy transition, sustainable land use, green transport, climate finance, and community resilience.
He said implementation was already underway, citing ongoing solarisation of streetlights and public buildings to reduce energy costs and improve public safety.
Yusuf also announced a tree-planting campaign targeting five million trees across the state in 2025, aimed at combating desertification, improving air quality, and protecting biodiversity.
“As a people-focused administration, we believe climate action must be inclusive,” the governor said.
He added that the policy prioritised public awareness, youth engagement, and school-based environmental education.
Highlights of the event included the inauguration of the State Climate Change Steering Committee, its Secretariat, and Technical Working Groups responsible for policy implementation and monitoring.
Story was adapted from Daily Nigerian.
