- Nigeria plans to mobilise up to $3 billion annually through its National Carbon Market Framework and Climate Change Fund.
- Vice President Kashim Shettima announced the plan at COP30, stressing the need for balance between nature, development, and economic resilience.
Nigeria and Brazil have strengthened their climate partnership as both nations intensify efforts to cut black carbon emissions, enhance sustainable agriculture, and expand renewable energy solutions.
The collaboration gained fresh momentum during discussions at COP30, where leaders outlined new areas of shared action. The focus on black carbon emissions underscores the urgency with which both countries are addressing the global warming challenge.
During an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria at COP30, Mr Marcello Brito, Executive Secretary of the Amazon States Consortium, confirmed the renewed cooperation. He explained that both governments aim to advance climate mitigation through practical and coordinated programmes.
Since climate impacts continue to escalate, the two countries are working to accelerate the Green Imperative Project. This project supports modern farming systems that reduce environmental harm and improve food security.
Furthermore, Brito noted that the partnership builds on South-South cooperation under the Brazil-Nigeria Strategic Dialogue Mechanism. This platform enables the exchange of ideas, technology, and policy support. It also strengthens alignment with global climate agreements, particularly the Paris Agreement. As a result, both partners can pursue inclusive growth while promoting cleaner development paths.
In addition, Brazil expanded its collaboration with China at COP30. Brito announced that the Brazilian Amazon Interstate Consortium is forming deeper links with Chinese institutions.
These ties will support scientific, economic, and environmental progress across various sectors, including energy, biodiversity, and sustainable agriculture. Because innovation drives these initiatives, both parties plan to explore joint solutions that incorporate artificial intelligence and regenerative farming.
The cooperation will also prioritise forest protection, green infrastructure, and improved air quality in major cities. It will encourage investment in conservation, bioeconomy projects, and advanced research. Therefore, both nations expect stronger outcomes in controlling deforestation and enhancing ecosystem resilience.
As part of the COP30 legacy, a bilateral technical document will soon be released. It will capture shared lessons and outline recommended strategies for long-term sustainability. Brito confirmed that the document will guide future work between the Legal Amazon Consortium and key Chinese partners.