Osun Takes the Lead on Climate Action: Governor Adeleke Hosts Landmark Renewable Energy Workshop in Ede
By Great-Emperor Ola
Ede, one of Osun State’s historic towns, became the center of Nigeria’s green conversation on April 28 and 29, 2025, as it welcomed participants from across the country and beyond for a high-level climate change and renewable energy workshop. The event, part of the Africa Infrastructure Climate Change and Investment Summit (AICIS) 2025 Engagement Series, focused on the theme: “Climate Change Project Development and Financing.”
The workshop was hosted by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation in collaboration with the Osun State Government - through the Office of the Global Consultant and Technical Team Lead on Climate Change and Renewable Energy and Africa Business Ventures and Investment Group (ABVIG).
For two days, Ede’s Western Sun Hotel buzzed with energy and ideas, as environmental experts, policy leaders, researchers, and development professionals gathered to share knowledge, build partnerships, and shape practical solutions for Africa’s climate future.
Governor Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke, who served as the Chief Host, welcomed guests with warmth and a strong sense of purpose. In his address, he reaffirmed his administration’s deep commitment to climate resilience, renewable energy, and sustainable development.
“Our actions today determine the health of our tomorrow,” Governor Adeleke said. “Osun State is not sitting on the fence - we are leading from the front in the global fight against climate change.”
True to his word, the Governor has consistently prioritized green policies, earning praise across the country for his forward-looking leadership. Hosting this workshop added another milestone to his administration’s growing reputation for progressive, people-focused governance.
Participants engaged in in-depth sessions covering everything from how to turn waste into economic value, to funding clean energy projects, promoting climate-smart agriculture, and building public-private partnerships. A few standout presentations included:
• “How to Develop Bankable Climate Projects” by Professor Chinwe Obuaku-Igwe, Global Consultant and Technical Team Lead to the Osun State Government. • “Transforming Waste to Wealth: The Lagos Experience” by Dr. Gbolahan Yusuf. • “Mobilizing Climate Finance through PPP” and other interactive sessions led by experts like Prof. Kafeelah Yusuf, Dr. Raimot Akanmu, and Engr. Dr. Ademola Aderinto.
The workshop wasn’t just about ideas—it was about action. Attendees worked on real-world climate project concepts and explored funding pathways, leaving with practical tools to take back to their communities.
A final communique was issued at the close of the event, capturing key takeaways and proposed next steps for building a stronger, climate-ready Nigeria.
For Governor Adeleke, the workshop was more than just an event - it was a statement. Osun is ready, willing, and able to lead Nigeria’s transition to a greener future. And under his watch, the State of the Living Spring is not just embracing sustainability - it’s setting the pace.
As the old saying goes, a stitch in time saves nine. In Osun, those stitches are being sewn with care, foresight, and determination - for a future that generations to come can be proud of.
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