Connected Development (CODE), a civil society organization, has unveiled a new policy document aimed at mobilizing faith-based organizations to take action against climate change.
During the launch event in Abuja, Mallam Hamzat Lawal, Executive Director of CODE, highlighted the untapped potential of faith institutions in the areas of education, mobilization, and messaging for climate action. He pointed out significant knowledge gaps within these organizations regarding climate science, policies, and implications, which hinder their effectiveness in promoting behavioral change.
Lawal also noted that a portion of crude oil sales—two percent—is intended to be allocated to states to mitigate the effects of climate change. However, he raised concerns about the misappropriation of these funds, calling for greater accountability.
“Many of these funds appear to be siphoned off by public officials,” Lawal stated, emphasizing the need for transparency.
Adding to the discussion, Mr. Daniel Oladoja, Strategic Communications Consultant at CODE, stressed the importance of local evidence in climate action. He criticized the previous reliance on foreign-based data, stating that CODE has now addressed this issue with a policy document crafted by Nigerians for Nigeria.
Oladoja urged the government and citizens to engage with the new document to effectively tackle the country’s climate challenges.
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