Nigerian official highlights progress on energy transition and solar adoption

Nigeria has achieved significant progress in its energy transition and climate sustainability under President Bola Tinubu, according to Tribune Online. The President of the Global Legislators Organisation for Better Environment International, Sam Onuigbo, announced the developments while discussing the country's environmental position. [1]

Tribune Online reported that Onuigbo commended the governors of five Nigerian states for promoting energy transition and carbon market initiatives. The states recognized for their efforts include Nasarawa, Lagos, Kaduna, Katsina, and Borno. [1]

Lagos is a port city located in southwestern Nigeria, according to background details. The municipality maintains an estimated population between 17 million and 21 million residents, making it the most populous urban area on the African continent. [3]

Onuigbo urged other state governments across Nigeria to emulate the five pioneering states by expanding their solar energy adoption, Tribune Online reported. He noted that coordinated action between federal and state governments will strengthen the position of Nigeria as a leading voice in environmental sustainability. [1]