- President Tinubu reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2060 during the 2025 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week.
- Nigeria’s energy transition plan focuses on diversifying energy sources, reducing fossil fuel reliance, and investing in clean energy infrastructure, such as CNG and electric vehicles.
- Tinubu called for global collaboration to support technology transfer, capacity building, and financial aid to help developing nations meet climate goals.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2060 during the 2025 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) on January 15. In his speech “From Climate Imperatives to Economic Prosperity: Bringing Africa Into the Future of Global Energy,” Tinubu outlined Nigeria’s dedication to energy transition, climate resilience, and sustainable development.
He emphasised three pillars driving Nigeria’s climate strategy: energy transition, resilience, and sustainable growth. “Our efforts rest on these pillars,” Tinubu stated. He noted that from the start of his administration, the government prioritised cutting carbon emissions and transitioning to clean energy.
“Our plan focuses on reducing dependency on fossil fuels while promoting environmental sustainability and economic growth,” he added.
Tinubu stressed Nigeria’s aim to diversify energy sources and reduce reliance on fossil fuels through its energy transition plan. He reaffirmed Nigeria’s goal to achieve net-zero emissions by 2060, in alignment with global climate objectives.
“We remain determined to reach net zero by 2060,” Tinubu said. “Diversifying our energy sources is key to achieving this target.”
The President highlighted ongoing investments in sustainable energy infrastructure. He pointed to projects involving Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and electric vehicles as part of the country’s shift toward cleaner energy. These initiatives will help Nigeria lower greenhouse gas emissions and accelerate the move toward renewable energy.
“We are developing infrastructure for CNG and electric vehicles,” Tinubu explained.
Tinubu also underscored Nigeria’s plan to leverage its solid mineral resources for the green energy transition. The country invests in data collection and mineral exploration, positioning itself as a key supplier of critical metals essential to the global clean energy supply chain.
“Nigeria invests heavily in data collection and the export of solid minerals to support the green energy transition,” Tinubu said.
He assured that Nigeria remains focused on economic growth and equitable development alongside its climate goals. Tinubu pledged to ensure an inclusive energy transition that benefits communities and industries dependent on fossil fuels.
“We will make this transition fair and inclusive, particularly for those dependent on fossil fuels,” Tinubu noted.
He called for international cooperation to support Nigeria’s climate objectives. Tinubu urged global partnerships in areas like technology transfer, capacity building, and financial assistance, encouraging developed nations to help countries like Nigeria.
“We need global collaboration for technology transfer and financial support,” he stressed.
The 2025 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, under the theme “The Nexus of Next: Supercharging Sustainable Progress,” focused on advancing sustainable progress worldwide. It addressed challenges in speeding up development while ensuring socio-economic progress.
Through Tinubu’s speech, Nigeria reaffirmed its commitment to leading the global fight against climate change while ensuring its energy transition remains balanced and inclusive.