Climate Change: Nigeria's Emission Reduction Target
Nigeria aims to reduce emissions by 47% by 2030, according to Festus Keyamo, Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development.
The goal is clear: to meet and exceed Nigeria’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement, targeting up to 47 per cent emission reduction by 2030 with international support.
This announcement was made at the 2025 Africa Climate Forum in Abuja, which had the theme "Bolder, Greener, and Better Steps: Closing Transition Gaps in Africa."
Author's summary: Nigeria targets 47% emission reduction.