Nigeria to Phase Out Diesel Use, Reduce Emissions – VP Shettima.
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Nigeria to Phase Out Diesel Use, Reduce Emissions – VP Shettima.
Vice President Kashim Shettima has announced that Nigeria plans to reduce its reliance on diesel and significantly lower carbon emissions by adopting an integrate
d hybrid energy system.
Speaking at the Decarbonising Infrastructure in Nigeria (DIN) Summit in Abuja, Shettima emphasized that without aligning climate ambitions with development priorities, the country risks falling behind globally.
He cited a specific example of progress—a Nigerian port currently undergoing transformation to become the country’s first green port. According to him, nearly \$60 million in private investment is being negotiated to electrify the port, providing clean, round-the-clock energy and eliminating the use of diesel.
Shettima highlighted that 75% of Nigeria’s greenhouse gas emissions come from infrastructure-related sectors such as energy, transportation, urban development, and agriculture. He stressed the need to reform these sectors, noting that agriculture alone supports 70% of rural livelihoods.
He argued that if the country decarbonizes effectively, it could generate over 1.5 million green jobs by 2035, develop new export markets in clean energy and sustainable agriculture, and become a regional leader in low-carbon industries.
“The Nigeria we need can’t be powered by diesel and unstable electricity grids. Our infrastructure must support life, not harm it,” Shettima said.
He emphasized that the goal is not just aspirational but practical—requiring financing, risk mitigation, and investment. He also called for stronger regulations, coordinated national policies, and initiatives like the Green Investment Portal to link investors with climate-smart projects.
States and local governments, he added, must play a central role in implementing these changes at the grassroots level.
Dr. Nkiruka Maduekwe, Director-General of the National Council on Climate Change, reinforced the urgency of shifting to a low-carbon economy, especially given Nigeria’s vulnerability to climate change despite its low emissions footprint.
She and other officials called for increased private sector investment in sustainable infrastructure, particularly in energy and transport.
Musaddiq Adamu, a presidential aide on sub-national infrastructure, reiterated the government’s focus on empowering local governments to lead on climate innovation.
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Content & Editorial Manager - Leads the creation, review, and publication of high-quality news and media content. She ensures that all editorial work reflects the organization’s standards of accuracy, professionalism, and relevance, while also engaging and informing the audience.
As the key driver of TokinPoint Media LTD's editorial voice, the manager oversees content planning, assigns tasks to writers or editors, enforces deadlines, and ensures consistency across all platforms. She also plays a strategic role in aligning content with audience interests and search engine optimization (SEO) best practices.