Secretary to the Government of Niger State, Alhaji Abubakar Usman has announced plans by the State to host the inaugural National Green Summit sometime in the fourth quarter of 2023.
A statement by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Digital Communications, Abdullberqy U. Ebbo said the summit is part of efforts to boost agriculture development, youth engagement, innovation, and agroforestry towards the state’s green economy agenda to further improve the economic development of the state.
“His Excellency, Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago in an effort to reposition Niger state for the sustainable socioeconomic development, has constituted a committee, the “Niger State Committee on Green Economy” (NSCGE) to review existing policies and aligning with state level policy, programs and project implementation within and beyond 2023-2027 governance window as well as ensuring that there is wide consultation in the process of greening the state’s economy.
“This committee has been charged with the responsibility of organizing the upcoming summit which will serve as a pivotal platform for unveiling the Niger State Blueprint on Green Economy. This comprehensive roadmap will guide the efforts of the State Government in achieving a sustainable and prosperous Niger for all.”
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