The Yobe State Government has officially kicked off the development of its first ever comprehensive Climate Change Policy, signaling a bold step toward building environmental resilience and sustainable development in the face of growing climate threats.
The initiative began with a high-level stakeholder engagement held in Damaturu, gathering voices from across the state, including representatives from government ministries, departments and agencies, civil society organizations, academia, and traditional institutions. The forum aimed to collect diverse perspectives and expert input to shape a climate policy uniquely tailored to Yobe’s ecological and socio-economic context.
Leading the engagement was Dr. Abdullahi Hassan Gana, an environmental expert and consultant with a strong track record in climate policy and sustainable development.
Dr. Gana presented findings from a detailed vulnerability assessment that mapped the extent of climate risks across the state, laying the groundwork for a data-driven and inclusive policy process.
The consultative meeting was organized by Yobe ACReSAL (Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes Project), a project dedicated to promoting landscape restoration and boosting the resilience of communities most affected by climate change and environmental degradation.
Stakeholders shared valuable insights and practical recommendations during the forum, contributing to what is expected to become a robust policy framework aimed at guiding climate action and environmental sustainability in Yobe for years to come.
