Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo says Africa can become the world’s first green civilisation through the use of renewable energy. Osinbajo spoke in Abuja on Tuesday during the signing of the definitive
Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo says Africa can become the world’s first green civilisation through the use of renewable energy.
He said the agreement – which entails investing in projects like water purification, reforestation, and clean cooking – is the type of multi-level collaboration needed for Nigeria and Africa to achieve climate change objectives. “The truth of the matter is that we are left with no choice today in the world and for many who are taking the developments in the whole climate change story, it is evident that everyday reminds us that we get closer and closer to the point of no return.
“In other words, Africa can become the first truly green civilisation; the first civilisation on earth to use renewable fuels for the purposes of a transformative economic journey.
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