Climateek at the Flagship Nigeria Climate Action Summit 2026

On May 12, 2025, the city of Ibadan became the nexus for a critical dialogue on climate resilience and sustainable development as it hosted the inaugural Nigeria Climate Action Summit. The event, a powerful collaboration between the innovative Climateek Technologies and the dedicated Animal Protection Organization of Nigeria, brought together a diverse group of stakeholders to chart a new, ambitious course for national climate strategy.

Held at the International Conference Centre, the summit was a call to action, emphasizing the need for an integrated approach to environmental challenges. Attendees included government officials, private sector leaders, conservationists, academics, and youth advocates, all united by a shared purpose. The opening address from the CEO of Climateek Technologies highlighted the potential of homegrown technological solutions, from smart grids and renewable energy infrastructure to AI-powered early warning systems for climate-related disasters. This set a tone of proactive innovation, showcasing how Nigeria’s burgeoning tech sector can be a powerful ally in the fight against global warming.

The Animal Protection Organization of Nigeria anchored discussions on the vital link between environmental stability and biodiversity. Experts and advocates presented compelling cases on how the preservation of Nigeria’s rich ecosystems and wildlife habitats is not merely an ethical imperative but a crucial component of climate adaptation. Panels explored sustainable agricultural practices that protect land and water resources, and the importance of nature-based solutions for carbon sequestration and flood control.

The summit concluded with the “Ibadan Declaration on Sustainable Climate Action,” a non-binding but powerful commitment from participants. The declaration outlined key objectives, including fostering public-private partnerships to scale green technologies, promoting policies that protect endangered species and their habitats, reducing pollution, and establishing a unified framework for measuring and reporting climate progress across various sectors. The focus on a “whole-of-society” approach was a recurring theme, emphasizing that genuine change requires the participation of every Nigerian.

The Nigeria Climate Action Summit marked a pivotal moment in the country’s climate discourse, shifting the conversation from a distant global issue to a local, actionable challenge. The collaborative spirit between technology and conservation demonstrated a promising model for other nations, laying the groundwork for a future where economic growth and environmental stewardship can proceed in harmony.