The Kano State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to tackling climate change head-on, stating that the full implementation of its Climate Change Policy (CCP) will significantly enhance livelihoods, drive economic growth, and improve environmental security across the state.
Speaking during a technical review meeting of the draft policy held in collaboration with the Partnership for Agile Governance and Climate Engagement (PACE), the state’s Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change, Dr. Dahiru Hashim, emphasized the transformative power of the policy. Represented by Dr. Umar Anka, Director of Climate Change at the ministry, the commissioner described the CCP as a game-changer that will reposition Kano among Nigeria’s leading states in climate governance.
According to him, the policy is designed to elevate Kano’s current climate change response ranking to a single-digit position in the Federal Ministry of Environment’s national assessment index. He explained that beyond state boundaries, Kano’s proactive approach can set a benchmark for climate-conscious development across Nigeria and even inspire regional action in neighboring countries.
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“Climate change is a global crisis, but its solutions begin at the local level. With this policy, Kano State is poised to become a model of environmental sustainability and resilience,” Dr. Hashim noted. He added that the state has already allocated dedicated funds to climate initiatives, opening the door for partnerships, private sector participation, and project implementation by non-state actors.
The policy framework, according to PACE Team Lead Auwalu Hamza, was developed through a rigorous and inclusive process involving stakeholders from government agencies, civil society, and the private sector. He noted that the accompanying implementation plan is a product of contributions from various technical working groups, which have now been compiled and presented for stakeholder validation to ensure alignment with community needs and institutional priorities.
Experts believe that Kano’s Climate Change Policy, once ratified and executed, could set a precedent for other states across Nigeria, particularly in the northern region, where climate vulnerability remains high.
