The Abia government has validated its climate change policy, emphasising disability inclusion, during a stakeholders’ engagement organised by the Ministry of Environment.
The final review involved MDAs, local government climate desk officers, chambers of commerce, disability clusters, farmers, women groups and other stakeholders.
The draft policy was presented by a technical team from the Partnership for Agile Governance and Climate Engagements.
The Commissioner for Environment, Mr Philemon Ogbonna, said consultations since 2024 aimed to produce a climate policy meeting international standards.
Represented by Permanent Secretary Mr Ikechukwu Oriuwa, Ogbonna said the policy aligned with Gov. Alex Otti’s commitment to sustainable environmental initiatives.
The Commissioner for Budget and Planning, Mr Kingsley Anosike, said a strong climate policy was essential for driving effective climate action implementation.
The Chairman, Abia Disability Commission, Mr David Anyaele, said participation aimed to ensure disability inclusion in the final policy.
The Acting Executive Director of CCD, Mr Godwin Unumeri, commended the ministry for developing an inclusive policy reflecting stakeholders’ concerns.
Unumeri said CCD began related research in 2024 on disability-inclusive climate adaptation and mitigation strategies in Abia.
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Abia Govt Validates Climate Change Policy, Emphasises Disability Inclusion
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