Nigeria to Host Global Climate Change and Energy Transition Summit in Abuja

Nigeria is set to welcome climate change and energy transition advocates from across the global south to Abuja for a pivotal peer learning workshop. The event, scheduled for April 29-30, 2025, is organized by the Africa Policy Research Institute (APRI) in partnership with key stakeholders, including the Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning and the Nigerian Economic Summit Group.

According to Dr. Olumide Abimbola, founder and director of APRI, the workshop aims to explore the design of Nigeria’s Country Platform for Climate Action (CPCA), a coordinated national framework to drive low-emission growth and ensure a just, inclusive energy transition. The event will draw lessons from countries like South Africa, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Senegal, which are already implementing Just Energy Transition Partnerships (JETPs).

“This convening is not just about knowledge sharing. It’s about defining Nigeria’s leadership role in Africa’s climate future and ensuring that our energy transition is equitable, homegrown, and economically sound,” Dr. Abimbola emphasized.

The workshop’s recommendations will contribute directly to Nigeria’s forthcoming National Development Plan (2026-2030) and help mainstream climate priorities across key sectors. In preparation for the event, APRI has released a background paper offering practical pathways for Nigeria’s transition.