The Federal Government has restated its optimism that Nigeria can achieve its target of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2060, with officials insisting the goal remains realistic despite existing challenges in the energy and environmental sectors.
This assurance was given through the during a stakeholder engagement held in Abuja on renewable energy and environmental sustainability.
At the event, a NASENI representative noted that Nigeria’s climate roadmap aligns with global climate action efforts under the , which encourages countries to cut emissions and transition to cleaner energy systems.
Nigeria had earlier pledged at the to reach net-zero emissions by 2060 as part of its long-term climate commitment.
Officials explained that achieving the target would depend on sustained cooperation between government institutions, private sector players, and citizens. They stressed that while the transition is demanding, it is still achievable with consistent action.
A key concern raised during discussions was the lack of unified and reliable data on renewable energy projects across the country. According to stakeholders, this gap has made it difficult to properly measure progress, attract investment, and connect projects to available climate financing opportunities.
The agency also highlighted that many individuals and organisations are already using renewable energy solutions such as solar power and biomass but are often not formally recognised due to poor data tracking systems. Improving data collection, they said, would help ensure such contributors can access possible climate-related incentives.
In addition, public awareness was identified as a major factor in accelerating environmental progress. Officials warned that harmful practices like bush burning remain common in some communities, largely due to limited understanding of their environmental impact.
They called for stronger education campaigns, especially at the grassroots level, to encourage more environmentally friendly practices and wider adoption of clean energy alternatives.
A representative of explained that part of its work involves gathering and verifying fragmented data from renewable energy projects across the country. The company said the goal is to build a reliable national database that can support planning and investment decisions.
Stakeholders from key government agencies, including the energy and agriculture sectors, as well as renewable energy regulators, attended the workshop, reflecting growing national interest in Nigeria’s clean energy transition and climate goals.
