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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

1 year

Our time is now. #GreenNigeria 🌿

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

1 year

Thank you my son for the gracious visit. Watching you grow to become such a distinguished politician and leader has been a blessing, and I hope that Allah continues to guide and guard you as you continue to make us proud. —BAL.

Hon. Mohammed Bello El-Rufai

@B_ELRUFAI

1 year

After plenary today, I had the privilege of visiting my father, Alhaji @BalarabeAbbas_ Lawal, the Honorable Minister of Environment, @FMEnvng . Uncle Bala as I have fondly called him for the past 25 years is an experienced administrator and seasoned public servant.

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

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This morning I met with members of the print and digital media as part of our effort to ensure proper advocacy in delivering the mandates of the Ministry, particularly in motivating individual and communal participation in environmental improvement and protection efforts

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

11 months

I am thankful to my brother, His Excellency Governor @dikko_radda of Katsina State, who graciously joined me for the opening day of #COP28 . Scaling up climate action is a task that requires the input of both national and subnational governments. I look forward to a fruitful

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

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1 year

Further to the committee set up by His Excellency, Vice President @KashimSM to assess and advise on modalities of Nigeria accepting the invitation to join the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet GLC BESS Consortium, yesterday we submitted a report to His Excellency, the

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

11 months

I was happy to receive my friend and brother, the Governor of Ekiti State, His Excellency, Governor @biodunaoyebanji , who paid me a courtesy call this afternoon at my office.

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

1 year

This morning I received the extended team of the Sustainable Procurement, Environmental and Social Standards Enhancement Project (SPESSE) who were in the Ministry on the mid-term review mission to understand what has gone well and what hasn’t so as to streamline the objectives

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

1 year

Earlier today I chaired the Committee set up by His Excellency the Vice President, Sen. @KashimSM , to assess and advise on the modalities of Nigeria accepting the invitation to join the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet GLC BESS Consortium. Committee members discussed

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

10 months

As I often say, our job as a government is not to plan for the people but to plan with the people. Our journey towards environmental revitalization and sustainability is one that requires accommodating all stakeholders. This was part of my message today when I paid homage to

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

1 year

#GreenNigeria 🍃

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

11 months

As the world concludes plans for #COP28 , today I received European Ambassadors led by EU Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, @SamuelaIsopiEU . The meeting was part of efforts to establish areas of collaboration between Nigeria and European countries ahead of COP28 and to understand

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

11 months

Collaboration in fighting Climate Change is essential to achieving the safety and sustainability of our environment. It was in this regard that this morning I met with the Chairman of Net Zero Climate Investment, Dr. Sami Divleli and the CEO of Peerless Ventures, Mr. İlker Turan,

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

1 year

Alongside other colleagues, yesterday I met with the Vice President, Sen. @KashimSM , as part of our continued preparation efforts for @COP28_UAE . Read more about COP28: His Excellency constituted an adhoc committee to harmonize Nigeria’s agenda so as to

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

10 months

During today’s first Management Meeting of the year, I registered my intention to tackle deforestation activities, especially the illegal and harmful activity of tree felling for timber and charcoal across the country. We have similarly registered our displeasure towards

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

10 months

The issue of security in our forests and around mining sites are the center of our focus. So also is the resultant impact of mining activities on our environment. These were the central issues of discussion when I paid a courtesy visit to the Honorable Minister of Solid

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

1 year

“We are going to be aggressive with the implementation of the projects in @FMEnvng . We are going to start a new community development in Ogoniland where we will get the community involved in the cleanup —the traditional institutions, youths…” Read more:

We’ll Be Aggressive In Project Implementation— Environment Minister - NEWS AGENCY OF NIGERIA

By Abigael Joshua

nannews.ng

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

10 months

Merry Christmas, Nigeria. #GreenNigeria 🍃

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

11 months

Today being 9th of December, 2023, at the ongoing COP28, I had the honor of delivering the National Statement on behalf of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR. Read the full statement: ADDRESS BY H.E BOLA AHMED TINUBU, GCFR, PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL REPBULIC OF

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

1 year

#GreenNigeria 🍃 Nigeria will soon introduce a special battery technology that will help address the problem of electricity failure in the country. The Minister of Environment disclosed at the end of a preparatory meeting towards Nigeria’s participation at the forthcoming COP 28

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

1 year

#GreenNigeria 🍃

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

11 months

Nigeria is only 7 years away from achieving SDG 6 on safe toilets and water for all by 2030. Currently 48 million Nigerians still practice open defecation. It is imperative that we invest in sanitation because it improves not only the health sector but the economy of the county.

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

10 months

Weeks ago I signed the contract for the engagement of the Technical Assistance of the United Nations Food and Agricultural Organization to restore 350, 000 hectares under the component B of the Project Development Objective of the Agro-climatic Resilience in semi-Arid Landscape

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

11 months

Mitigating the impact of climate change requires the contribution of all stakeholders. This is why I was delighted this afternoon to receive a team of mathematicians from the National Mathematical Centre, Shedda, who paid me a courtesy call to discuss areas of collaboration. I

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

11 months

While delivering the Keynote address yesterday at the Nigerian Pavilion as part of the celebration of Nigeria’s Day during the ongoing COP28, I signaled our intention to set in motion the recharging of the Lake Chad, least it disappears in our lifetime. Rain harvesting for

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

11 months

We are positively disposed to companies that engage in environmentally safe and sustainable practices. Lafarge Africa PLC is a leading Sub-Saharan Africa building materials company that has been consistent on this front. Their launch of Geocycle in Nigeria illustrates their

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

11 months

Earlier today I had the pleasure of inaugurating the Steering Committee of the “Biodiversity Business in Omo Biosphere Reserve, Oban Biosphere Reserve, and Shere Hills Reserve, Nigeria: A Means to Poverty Reduction, Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Development in

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

9 months

CONGRATULATIONS SEN. UBA SANI ON YOUR WELL-DESERVED VICTORY AT THE APEX COURT I wish to congratulate His Excellency the Governor of Kaduna State, Senator @ubasanius and Her Excellency, the Deputy Governor of Kaduna State, Dr. @DrHadiza , on the well and truly deserved victory at

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

11 months

This morning at the UN House, Abuja, I had the honor to sign the contract for the engagement of the Technical Assistance of the United Nations Food and Agricultural Organization to restore 350,000 hectares under the component B of the Project Development Objective of the

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

1 year

The Minister of Environment, Mallam Balarabe Abass Lawal, has reiterated the determination of President @officialABAT ’s administration towards the full implementation of the Ogoni Clean-up. Read more:

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

11 months

Earlier today I had a fruitful meeting with Issifi Boureima of Niger, the Executive Secretary of the Sahel Region Climate Commission. Nigeria will continue to meet her obligations to ensure that the Commission reaches her journey towards a more resilient Sahel.

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

9 months

In January 2021, the Government of Nigeria joined the World Economic Forum’s Global Plastic Action Partnership (GPAP) and initiated the establishment of the National Plastic Action Partnership (NPAP) through the Federal Ministry of Environment to advance national efforts to fight

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

11 months

Synergy with all stakeholders, especially big player in addressing the impact of Climate Change is crucial if we hope to ensure energy stability, food security and poverty alleviation. This was why Energy Access, Energy Transition, Climate Adaptation, Tree Planting and the

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

9 months

It is always a pleasure to receive the Ambassador of EU to Nigeria and ECOWAS, @SamuelaIsopiEU , just as I did last year on the eve of our departure to COP28. Today’s meeting—which is a follow up to the pre-COP28 meeting—is equally as pleasant. See the pre-COP28 earlier visit:

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

11 months

Nigerian youths are the most critical stakeholders in advocating for, and the implementation of Climate Action. So many young Nigerians are already providing innovative solutions to ensure environmental protection. While speaking on a panel yesterday at the celebration of Youth

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

10 months

Amidst experts, technocrats and seasoned administrators this morning I delivered my opening address at the Top Management Retreat of the Federal Ministry of Environment themed, Policy Embedment and Prioritization of Key Action for a Renewed Hope in Environmental Management. I

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

11 months

While delivering the keynote address earlier today at the celebration of World Bamboo Day, I commended the efforts of all those who have dedicated their time and energy to promoting bamboo as a viable and eco-friendly alternative: farmers, artisans, researchers, and policy makers

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

11 months

In a significant move towards environmental sustainability, the Federal Ministry of Environment has joined forces with the Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations (FAO) under the ACReSAL Project. The project aims to recover 350,000 hectares of degraded landscapes

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

10 months

The Federal Government is planning to rid Nigerian forests of criminal elements, Minister of Environment Malam Balarabe Abbas Lawal said yesterday. He disclosed that security forces will be deployed to flush out bandits and kidnappers responsible for insecurity in those hidden

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

7 months

The International Day of Zero Waste aims to promote sustainable consumption and production patterns, support the societal shift towards circularity and raise awareness about how zero-waste initiatives contributes to the advancement of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

11 months

Minister of @FMEnvng said that speeches delivered at the opening of #COP28 convey a state of optimism and confidence in the current summit…highlighted the Loss and Damage Fund, alongside calls for adaptation to climate change and the reduction of carbon footprints. Read more:

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

1 year

I was happy to receive the United Nations Environment Programme UNEP (Nairobi) team who were in my office this evening to understand areas of collaboration with Nigeria in implementing its Green Climate Fund (GCF) Readiness and Preparatory Support Proposal to advance the National

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

11 months

Nigeria is committed to the reduction of methane emission. In 2019 we joined the Global Methane Initiative at regional level and signed the Global Methane Pledge in Glasgow at COP26. While delivering my remark at the Launch Panel of the event titled, A Methane Data Revolution:

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

4 months

Yesterday July 10th, 2024, while delivering my remarks at the 8th Meeting of the Green Bond Advisory Group in Lagos, I emphasized the importance of collaborating with the private sector particularly financial institutions, development partners and capital market operators to

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

8 months

Today I delivered the keynote address in Abuja to commemorate the 2024 World Wildlife Day Celebration with the theme, “Connecting People and Planet: Exploring Digital Innovation in Wildlife Conservation.” We recognize the critical importance of leveraging digital solutions to

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

7 months

I was delighted this morning to receive a team from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime ( @UNODC_Nigeria ) at my office. We recently marked the World Wildlife Day as part of effort to increase awareness about the importance of wildlife to our ecosystem and the general

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

1 year

PHOTOS: This evening with Prof. Muhammad Sani Bello, the Kaduna State Commissioner of Education and Chief David Andrew, the Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Education after a meeting with the Honourable Minister of @NigEducation , Prof. Tahir Mamman.

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

5 months

Nigeria is making significant progress in addressing land degradation and desertification through initiatives such as the Great Green Wall Project (GGW), Nigeria Erosion and Watershed Management Project (NEWMAP) and Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscape (ACReSAL).

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

11 months

CONDOLENCE MESSAGE ON THE MISTAKEN DRONE STRIKE THAT OCCURRED IN TUDUN BIRI VILLAGE OF IGABI LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, KADUNA STATE ON SUNDAY, 3RD DECEMBER 2023 It is with deepest shock and sadness that I am writing to express my profound sorrow and heartfelt condolences

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

11 months

Halting the encroachment of the Sahara desert while arresting and reversing land degradation is an objective that sits close to my heart. Alone, affected African countries can only do so much. This objective requires the commitment of all stakeholder-countries working together to

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

10 months

Minister of Environment has said FG is resolute in its quest to restore the Ogoni environment despite its numerous challenges. The Minister stated this at Gokana during the commissioning of the Terabor, Korokoro, Kpean and Ebubu community water schemes and inspection of health

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

4 months

Ensuring food security is our most important incentive for scaling up Climate Action, especially in fragile and conflict-affected areas. This was the point of discussion on June 25th, 2024, when I participated in the high-level event, "Partnering to Scale Up Climate Actions in

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

5 months

Today I received a delegation from the Ghana National College Defense Studies Course, 1/2023 to Nigeria who were in the Ministry to understand how Nigeria’s Ministry of Environment is tackling her environmental challenges. Security and Environment are interlinked. In some of our

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

6 months

Mobilizing more financial inflow for environmental sustainability is essential because it allows for the allocation of resources towards projects and initiatives aimed at protecting and preserving the environment. As we are all aware, Environment Financing is capital intensive,

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

7 months

Wishing all Muslims celebrating a happy Eid al-Fitr. #GreenNigeria 🌿

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

8 months

Legislative support remains an important component in the actualization of the mandate of the Environment Ministry. This was why I was most delighted to receive Members of the House Committee on Environment this morning. As we pursue the reversal of environmental degradation and

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

7 months

Happy Easter, fellow Nigerians and all celebrating all over the world. #GreenNigeria 🌿

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

11 months

Yesterday Friday, 1st alongside Mr. @David_Cameron , the current Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs of the United Kingdom and former British Prime Minister at the Climate Finance Summit #COP28 while Mr. @akin_adesina , President of the African

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

6 months

This morning I had the pleasure of signing the bilateral Cooperation Framework Agreement on Transboundary Ecosystem Conservation and Sustainable Management of Forestry and Wildlife Resources between the Governments of Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Republic of Cameroon.

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

11 months

Alongside heads of Agencies and Departments under the @FMEnvng , today I presented Federal Ministry of Environment’s 2024 Budget at the National Assembly before the Joint Senate and House Committees on Environment. Today, we have taken a significant step towards advancing our

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

5 months

This afternoon I had the honour of overseeing the signing of the agreement for the delivery of 20 Strategic Catchment Management Plan (SCMP), a vital component of the ACReSAL project, aimed at ensuring sustainable management and utilization of our water resources. Today marks a

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

6 months

Today I welcomed the New Country Director of @WorldBank , Mr. Ndiame Diop, who was in the Environment Ministry on a courtesy call. The World Bank remains our committed partner in progress, and we will continue to work closely with them in the fulfillment of our mandate. We are

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5 months

TODAY BEING MAY 29, 2024 I DELIVERED A SPEECH ON BEHALF OF HIS EXCELLENCY, BOLA AHMED TINUBU GCFR, THE PRESIDENT AND COMMANDER-IN CHIEF OF THE ARMED FORCES OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA AT THE 4TH NATIONS INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON SMALL ISLAND DEVELOPING STATES HOLDING IN

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

6 months

The economic cost of climate change can be high as it affects various sectors including agriculture. Indeed changes in rainfall patterns can lead to both drought and flooding. In Nigeria, this is already a reality. These impacts require comprehensive policy response and

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

5 months

This morning I had the pleasure of receiving the High Commissioner of Canada to Nigeria, Mr. Jamie Christoff who paid me a working visit to discuss areas of collaboration between the governments of Canada and Nigeria in promoting environmental sustainability. We discussed the

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

6 months

The effects of Climate Change, accompanied by extreme weather conditions, remains a great threat to humanity. We all have come to the realization that we have only one home; this earth, and we must do all we can and work together collectively to ensure her survival. This was

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

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3 months

As Kaduna State launches her Climate Change Policy and Position Statement today, I urge all stakeholders to take ownership of this important agenda. At the Federal Level, policies like the National Clean Cooking Policy as well as, the ban of Single Use of Plastics (SUP) in All

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

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3 months

Earlier today in Abuja I delivered the Keynote Address at the Report Launch on Climate Governance Performance Ranking of the 36 States of Nigeria, 2024. The Sub-National Climate Governance Performance Ranking is more than just a ranking, it is a tool for motivation,

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

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7 months

The state of environment we bequeath to our children must take center stage in whatever activity. We have to discourage all harmful practices that threaten the wellbeing of our environment. Business persons and individuals need to see the bigger picture, discourage illegal

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5 months

Minister’s Week in Review. #GreenNigeria 🌳

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3 months

The importance of clean and accessible water cannot be overstated. It is a fundamental human right and a cornerstone of public health, economic development and overall well-being. As we yesterday inaugurate water facilities in Bomu and Kporghor communities in Gokana and Tai

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1 year

I was especially delighted to this afternoon receive the Senate Committee on Environment led by Senator Akintunde Yunus. Especially pleased that the Committee committed to fully support the @FMEnvng to achieve her mandates. #GreenNigeria 🍃

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

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7 months

Climate-friendly buildings are necessary in achieving environmental sustainability as concern for #ClimateChange deepens world over. Recent technology allows for innovative ways to design buildings to accommodate trees and other vegetation that promises comfort and promotes

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As part of our effort to achieve the mandates of @FMEnvng , yesterday I continued meeting with Heads of Departments and Agencies including @BiosafetyNig , Forestry Department, National Park Service of Nigeria and Forestry Research Institute of Nigeria. #GreenNigeria 🌿

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1 year

Yesterday I received more briefings from Heads of Departments and Agencies including Department of Desertification, Land Deregulation and Draught Management, @ggwnigeria in continuation of efforts towards formation of roadmap to further the mandates of @FMEnvng #GreenNigeria 🍃

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7 months

Protect #Wildlife . Preserve our environment. #GreenNigeria 🌿

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6 months

#GreenNigeria 🌳🌿💧

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4 months

Nigeria has gone a long way in the reversal of forest cover loss through sustainable forest management and massive afforestation. As part of our determination to upscale forest financing and increase forest cover, Government has recently approved the sum of 8.5 million US Dollars

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1 year

Alongside other Senior Government Officials, this morning I attended the opening ceremony of the African Natural Resources and Energy Summit (AFNIS) 2023 themed, Working Towards a Just Energy Transition and Attracting Investment in Africa. Read more:

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Today I met with Heads of Agencies and Departments to establish a clear roadmap in delivering mandates of @FMEnvng and ensuring a timely implementation of environmental policies especially in reduction of emissions and the advancement of The Great Green Wall. . #GreenNigeria 🌿

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11 months

Highlights of last week. #GreenNigeria 🍃

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5 months

Happy Democracy Day, Nigeria. 🇳🇬

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Minister’s Week in Review. #GreenNigeria 🌳🌿

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Eid Mubarak.

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7 months

The 28th @UNFCCC conference marked a milestone in our global efforts to address climate change. It provided a platform for dialogue, negotiation and consensus-building among nations. #COP28 reaffirmed our collective determination to tackle the existential threat caused by

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“I encourage open communication and the sharing of knowledge across all levels of the Ministry. Let us create a safe space for creativity, where new ideas can flourish.” Read more:

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1 year

#GreenNigeria 🍃

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Family photo with His Excellency, President @officialABAT with other Nigerian delegates after a meeting on Carbon Credit and electric buses in Nigeria at the #COP28 .

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1 year

I was delighted to receive members of The Movement for Survival of Ogoni People (MOSOP) who were in my office this afternoon on a courtesy visit. We discussed critical issues concerning the development of the environment of the Ogoni people. #GreenNigeria 🍃

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1 year

I registered my intention to streamline the formation and implementation of policies in Rain Storage, eliminate encumbrances to the advancement of The Great Green Wall. #GreenNigeria 🍃

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

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1 year

As the world prepares for the 28th session of the UN Climate Change Conference of Parties in the UAE from Nov 30th to Dec 12th at Expo City, Dubai — #COP28 , Nigeria is set to work with all critical stakeholders to present a united front as we combat #ClimateChange and fight for a

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1 year

This morning I received the shocking news of the death of Ambasssdor Mansur Nuhu Bamali, the Magajin Garin Zazzau, who passed away this morning.

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

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1 year

I thank the European Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS @SamuelaIsopiEU for the kind visit to my office earlier this evening.

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

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1 year

Yesterday I met with the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Mr. George Akume. We discussed areas of cooperation between his good office and the @FMEnvng in delivering the promises of Mr. President’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

1 year

This afternoon I received members of the Association of Kaduna Chairman who were in my office to offer their support and well wishes as we embark on the journey of strengthening Nigeria’s journey to a resilient future. #GreenNigeria 🍃

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

1 year

The Minister of Environment, Balarabe Abbas has voiced his commitment to collaborating with the National Assembly to chart a roadmap that will help the environmental sector achieve its mandate. Read more:

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

1 year

The support and of the @nassnigeria is crucial for a #GreenNigeria 🍃 and I am grateful to the Senate Committee on Environment led by Distinguished Sen. Yunus Akintunde who, last week Thursday, announced their commitment to support the Ministry in delivering her mandates.

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

2 months

Earlier today I received Members of the Forestry Association of Nigeria who were in my office to understand areas of collaboration with the @FMEnvng to promote President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Green Initiative which is focused on reforestation and improving Nigeria’s climate. The

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

11 months

As the Chairman of the Council and being my first meeting, I used the opportunity of acknowledge the relentless efforts of Member States towards attaining a sustainable and healthy environment within our region. After the 8th session, Nigeria as a member state has implemented

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Balarabe Abbas Lawal

@BalarabeAbbas_

1 year

On the other hand, we must seize this moment to unlock the immense economic potential of our energy sector, which can drive growth, create green jobs, and improve the livelihoods of our people.

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