The Foundation organized and hosted a public policy forum on desertification and deforestation on October 25, 2016. The forum created a platform for citizens to engage with the international community, academia, policy makers and senior government officials on the impacts of environmental degradation and climate change. Panel discussions on desertification and deforestation featured decision makers […]
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The grasslands of Nigeria can barely support 40% of Nigerian livestock. Loss of pasture and water resources have forced pastoralist cattle herders – predominantly from the north – southwards to graze their 30 million heads of cattle. This migration has intensified competition with crop farmers for dwindling land and water resources. The dynamics of these […]
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A high-profile conference explored environmental and economic implications of Nigeria’s post-oil future and how we can manage the transition in a just and sustainable manner by galvanizing impoverished extractive communities to demand environmental justice. The public policy forum was addressed by Mrs. Cecile Tassin-Pelzer, Head of Cooperation, EU Delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Mr. Uche […]
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“There will be no water by 2040 if we keep doing what we’re doing today.” This urgent statement by Professor Benjamin, Energy Security, and policy Expert, underscored the dire state of our climate and environment if swift, effective action is not taken. In partnership with the Embassy of Switzerland to Nigeria, the Yar’Adua Foundation hosted the Water […]
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In partnership with Clean Technology Hub, the Foundation hosted a Climate Youth Summit on June 4, 2025, at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre. Held in celebration of World Environment Day, the event convened over 400 participants, including senior secondary school students, university undergraduates, and youth corps members, for a day of mentorship, innovation showcases, and expert-led sessions. The […]
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In celebration of World Environment Day 2026, the Foundation, alongside YouthHubAfrica, TechHer, the Centre for Climate Action, Innovation and Engagement, and ActionAid Nigeria, convened The Climate of Our Cities: Urbanisation, Creativity and Climate Resilience in Nigeria on 5 June 2026 at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre. Anchored by a dynamic exhibition, the event invited participants to engage […]
Read more →Themed “Give to Gain: Taking Action to Enable Inclusive Development in Nigeria”, the conference brought together policymakers, development partners, civil society actors, and gender advocates to advance actionable strategies for gender justice and inclusive development. Organised in collaboration with Christian Aid, Plan International, Oxfam, the African Centre for Leadership, Strategy and Development, and the Side-by-Side […]
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The public policy forum explored strategies to address risks and maximise opportunities of a global energy transition on Nigeria’s socioeconomic and energy sectors. Organized in collaboration with Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF), the forum featured remarks from His Majesty Ògíame Atúwàtse III, The Olú of Warri; H.E Sharon Ikeazor, Minister of State for Niger […]
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