By Amarachi Okeh
The International Climate Change Summit scheduled to be held earlier this month has been rescheduled by the Lagos State government and is now meant to commence from June 11 to 13, against the 4 to 6 June it was earlier scheduled for.
The Permanent Secretary, Office of Environmental Services in the Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources, Gaji Tajudeen pleaded for the understanding of participants and stakeholders.
A statement to that effect by the Director of Public Affairs at the ministry, Kunle Adeshina said, “This decision has not been made lightly, and we wanted most importantly to guarantee a summit where all stakeholders are present and commitment galvanized towards accelerating Climate Adaptation in the State”.
“We appreciate the time and effort you have invested in preparing for this event, and we share your disappointment in having to reschedule.”
The summit, in its 10th year running, will be held at the Lagos International Climate Change Summit under the theme “Accelerating Climate Finance and Championing Local Adaptation Initiatives.
The event will play host to climate experts to discuss policies, share ideas, and drive action towards a healthier and sustainable Lagos. The summit serves as the principal vehicle for setting the Climate Change Agenda in the state.
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