Global Climate Change Facilitation

27/05/2025

CHILDREN: OUR FUTURE, OUR RESPONSIBILITY

Guiding our ‘STRENGHT’, to a worthy future,
It’s a huge task of conscious effort to nurture and raise great minds,
So that;
Instead of next yahoo star, raise the next Allen Onyeama,
Instead of next ritualist, raise next Jelani Aliyu
Instead of next cultist, raise next Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
Instead of next ballot box snatcher, raise next Abubakar Falalu
Instead of next terrorist, raise next Tobi Amosun
Instead of next bandit, raise next Victor Osimhen
Instead of next 419, raise next Amina Mohammed
Instead of next armed robber, raise next Ibrahim Traore
Instead of next club stripper, raise next Funke Akindele
Instead of next pick pockets, raise Christ Musa
Instead of next hookup girl, raise next Sandra Aguebor
Instead of next organ harvester, raise next Ahmed Musa
Instead of next baby factory mama, raise next Ibukun Awosika
Instead of next oil thief, raise next Chimamanda Adichie
Instead of next drug pusher, raise next Princess Opeyemi Bright

What you build and raise today, become your pillar of ‘STRENGHT’ tomorrow.
EDAYI EDISON E.
(c) YUGi 2025

19/09/2024

Please be informed that the downstream of Kainji and Jebba Dams from Shaare up to Lokoja will be overflowing.
Pls stay 1km or more from the flood plains. Inform your friends and relatives in those areas.
FLOOD IS COMING.

19/09/2024

https://journalist101.com/2024/09/17/fresh-flood-looms-in-nigeria-as-cameroon-releases-water-from-dam/

19/09/2024

https://journalist101.com/2024/09/17/fresh-flood-looms-in-nigeria-as-cameroon-releases-water-from-dam/

The Nigeria Hydrological Service Agency (NIHSA) has issued a warning to Nigerians regarding the release of water from the Lagdo Dam in Cameroon.

29/06/2024

With Access Bank – I just made it onto their weekly engagement list by being one of their top engagers! 🎉

22/03/2024

CHILD HEALTH ORGANIZATION (CHO)
CELEBRATE WORLD WATER DAY

THEME: Bridging Borders: Water for a Peaceful and Sustainable Future

World Water Day 2024 is being celebrated with the theme 'Water for Peace'. Accordingly, the theme symbolizes being united around water and using water for peace.

The day, dedicated to emphasising the importance of water, is meant to raise awareness of the the multitudes of people (2.2 billion) living without access to safe water worldwide.
This also recognize the interconnectivity of communities and nations to collaborate effortlessly to achieve11 a peaceful and sustainable future through water.

This year, World Water Day aims to highlight how effective water management can foster peace, showcasing innovative strategies to enhance cooperation and prevent conflicts over water resources.
The existence of life on earth is solely dependent on the presence of water. Water serves a major role in the survival of all living organisms and hence, the role and importance of water are known to all.

Throughout history, rivers have brought people together regardless of their cultures, languages, and religions. Today, 153 countries share aquatic ecosystems composed of almost 300 river basins and around 600 transboundary aquifers, comprising 60% of the planet's accessible freshwater.

Water viewed solely as an economic resource can lead to conflicts due to hydraulic structures, overexploitation, contamination, extractive activities, land grabbing, and plunder of indigenous territories. These can escalate into armed conflicts, especially in transboundary basins. Climate change exacerbates this risk.

Intervention by the Special Rapporteur on the human right to safe drinking water and sanitation at the 27th session of the Human Rights Council.
Transboundary waters should be managed as ecosystems, not as economic resources. Transboundary waters, those shared by two or more countries, must be managed as living ecosystems, not merely as economic resources.

“In the context of World Water Day 2024, which the United Nations is combining under the motto "leveraging water for peace", I am urging the adoption of a human rights approach to transboundary water management. Such an approach can help prevent conflicts and build lasting peace.

Throughout history, rivers have brought people together regardless of their cultures, languages, and religions. Today, 153 countries share aquatic ecosystems composed of almost 300 river basins and around 600 transboundary aquifers, comprising 60% of the planet's accessible freshwater.

Water viewed solely as an economic resource can lead to conflicts due to hydraulic structures, overexploitation, contamination, extractive activities, land grabbing, and plunder of indigenous territories. These can escalate into armed conflicts, especially in transboundary basins. Climate change exacerbates this risk.

We need to manage rivers as living ecosystems, sharing the responsibility to manage them sustainably for the benefit of all in order to maintain an adequate standard of living, according to the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.

The urgency to shift from a resource-based to an ecosystem-based approach is higher than ever due to the risks of climate change-induced droughts, floods, and massive migrations that destabilise regions.

Natural disasters like floods and droughts disregard borders in transboundary basins and aquifers. Therefore, we must transition from national sovereignty over water to shared responsibility for managing these ecosystems. In areas with transboundary basins and aquifers, governments are responsible for ensuring the human rights to safe drinking water and sanitation for people living in these regions.

To manage resources sustainably, we must negotiate agreements, prioritise human rights, and include everyone. Women's participation is essential regarding their commitment and leadership in providing water to their families and communities.

We need to manage rivers as living ecosystems, sharing the responsibility to manage them sustainably for the benefit of all in order to maintain an adequate standard of living.

Unfortunately, water is being used as a weapon of war against civilians in conflicts, particularly in the Gaza Strip. The Palestinian population is facing a blockade of drinking water, food and medicine, which is a crime against humanity.

Ensuring access to water and sanitation can prevent conflicts and promote peace, particularly in post-conflict situations, by encouraging dialogue and practical solutions.

On World Water Day, let us use water to promote peace and cooperation between communities and nations.
"Water Should Be A Symbol of Peace.”

11/12/2023

Host For Next COPs Confirmed, But Big Divides Remain Unresolved

11/12/2023

Dear stakeholdees receive updates from COP28 on the status of Climate Finance pledges & negotiations at COP28 as of 10/12/2023.

1. **Total Climate Finance Pledges under:*
(a) Least Developed Countries Fund (LDCF): US$141.74 million
(b) Special Climate Change Fund (SCCF): US$32.5 million (c) Adaptation Fund: US$ 165.8 million
(d) Loss and Damage Fund: US$700 million

2. *Negotiations texts adopted. Four clean texts so far adopted out of 22; these are:*
(a) New Collective Quantified Goal (post $100bn or 2025 goal)
(b) Global Environment Facility under authority of CMA
(c) Global Environment Facility under authority of COP
(d) Matters related to Adaptation fund

The most challenging texts are the long term finance (LTF ) that is holding back the achievement of the $100 billions and the other challenging text is on the matters related to the standing committee on finance that focuses on doubling adaptation finance by 2025, definition of climate finance, Article 2.1C, and reporting of financial support provided by Developed Countries to developing countries as stipulated in Article 9.5 of the Paris Agreement.

Currently, several agenda items have been handed over to Ministers to provide political guidance including the COP28 Presidency.

Thank you.
Patriciah Roy
On behalf of
Climate Finance Team.

17/08/2023

The beautiful road to Imowo-Nla, Ikorodu. This is a huge injustice to citizens of this town for being cut off from reaching out to other places as a result of bad unmotorable roads due largely to erosion.

05/05/2023

INTRODUCTION TO DISASTER RISK REDUCTION

Disasters are an inevitable part of life. They can strike at any time, without warning, and can cause significant damage to property and human life. Disaster risk reduction is a process that aims to reduce the impact of disasters on people's lives and livelihoods. It involves identifying potential hazards, assessing the risks associated with them, and taking measures to mitigate or prevent their occurrence. The importance of disaster risk reduction cannot be overstated.

The world has witnessed several catastrophic disasters in recent years, including earthquakes, tsunamis, hurricanes, floods, and wildfires. These events have caused immense damage to infrastructure and human life. In addition to the immediate impact of these disasters, they also have long-term consequences that affect communities for years after the event. Disaster risk reduction is essential because it helps communities prepare for potential disasters before they occur.

This preparation includes developing emergency plans that outline how people will respond in the event of a disaster. It also involves educating people about the risks associated with different types of disasters so that they can take steps to protect themselves.

One critical aspect of disaster risk reduction is hazard identification. This process involves identifying potential hazards in a community or region that could lead to a disaster. Hazards can include natural events such as earthquakes or floods or human-made events such as chemical spills or industrial accidents. Once hazards have been identified, it is essential to assess the risks associated with them.

Risk assessment involves evaluating the likelihood of a hazard occurring and its potential impact on people's lives and livelihoods. This information is used to develop strategies for mitigating or preventing these risks from becoming disasters. Mitigation strategies can include physical measures such as building stronger structures that are more resistant to earthquakes or flooding.

They can also involve non-physical measures such as education campaigns aimed at raising awareness about disaster risks. Preparedness planning is another critical component of disaster risk reduction.

Preparedness planning involves developing emergency plans that outline how people will respond in the event of a disaster. These plans should include evacuation routes, emergency shelters, and communication strategies. Response planning is another critical aspect of disaster risk reduction. Response planning involves developing strategies for responding to disasters when they occur. This can include mobilizing emergency services, providing medical assistance, and distributing food and water to affected communities. Finally, recovery planning is an essential part of disaster risk reduction.

Recovery planning involves developing strategies for rebuilding communities after a disaster has occurred. This can include repairing damaged infrastructure, providing financial assistance to affected individuals and businesses, and supporting community-led initiatives aimed at rebuilding local economies.

In conclusion, disaster risk reduction is an essential process that aims to reduce the impact of disasters on people's lives and livelihoods. It involves identifying potential hazards, assessing risks associated with them, developing mitigation strategies, preparing emergency plans for response and recovery efforts.

Disaster risk reduction requires collaboration between governments, civil society organizations, private sector actors as well as bindividuals at all levels to ensure that communities are prepared for potential disasters before they occur.

03/05/2023

Thanks to God for this.

28/04/2023

SOLUTIONS TO CLIMATE CHANGE

There are many different opinions about how to approach climate change. Some believe that recycling is useless, while others think that individual actions can only help the environment by putting pressure on other policymakers to implement comprehensive reforms.

1. Shift to renewable energy sources in all key sectors
In response to the issue, the UN identified six sectors that can be used to address climate change. These include the energy, transportation, agriculture, urban planning, and nature-based solutions. If these actions are carried out, the UN believes that the world can reduce its carbon dioxide emissions by around 29 to 32 gigawatts.

One of the most important steps that people can take to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions is by adopting renewable energy sources. According to the UN Environment Programme, people can make a huge difference in the amount of energy they use by using less energy.

One of the most important factors that can be considered when it comes to reducing the emissions of greenhouse gases is the energy consumption of industrial facilities. By switching to renewable or passive energy systems, such as those used in heating and cooling equipment, industrial facilities could save around 7.3 gigatons of CO2 each year.

2. Reduce food loss and waste and shift to more sustainable diets
Aside from food production, climate change and hunger can also be linked directly to the production of food. In 2021, the FAO reported that the world's consumption of meat had reached an all-time high. This means that the increasing use of greenhouse gases in food production is expected to increase by 60% by 2050.
Reducing food waste is also a vital part of the food system's overall improvement. As consumers, we can make changes in how we consume food by reducing our waste and buying products that are more sustainable. For instance, by supporting local farms that grow organic vegetables and meat, we can help decrease the amount of greenhouse gases that are sent to the environment.

3. Halt deforestation and commit to rebuilding damaged ecosystems. The continuous deforestation of the Earth over the past 60 years has contributed to the development of climate change. This environmental damage has led to the creation of heat islands, which are areas where plants and trees would normally be protected from the effects of climate change. Actions such as going paperless and supporting organizations that recycle can help stop this issue.

Unfortunately, illegal logging continues to occur in the US and other countries. In response to this issue, world leaders committed to stop this practice by 2030. This was done as part of the COP26, which was held last year.

4. Embrace electric vehicles, public transport, and other non-motorized options for getting around
Getting rid of your old car can also help decrease the greenhouse gas emissions caused by the use of fuel-based vehicles. However, if you are not ready to commit to buying an electric vehicle, then the savings you can make from scrapping your old car are negated. Mass adoption of electric and public transport can help cut down on greenhouse gas emissions.

You can also reach out to your local elected officials and ask them to support the adoption of electric vehicles. For instance, earlier this year, US President Joe Biden urged the US Postal Service to add electric vans to its fleet. However, this didn't happen. It's up to the officials to implement the changes that are needed to make transportation more sustainable.

Call your local representative to urge them to support the switchover to electric and public transport for various services such as taxis, delivery vehicles, and ambulance fleets. You can also lobby for better bike lanes and sidewalks in your area to encourage people to use alternative means of transportation.

5. Subsidize low-carbon alternatives for urban planning
Cities need to adopt low-carbon strategies in order to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. New buildings can also help decrease the strain on the urban resources by using sustainable design methods.

In addition, implementing energy-efficient building and equipment can help decrease the strain on the power grid. In New York City, for instance, the city's residents have seen the effects of excessive power use during the summer season. This is why it's important that the city's public infrastructure is designed to reduce its reliance on the electricity grid.

6. Strengthen resilience and climate adaptation methods in communities.
We've already looked into the various ways that people can help mitigate climate change, but these efforts only go so far in helping the global community cope with the effects of the crisis. Most of the damage caused by the climate crisis has been concentrated in the developing world's regions, such as the Middle East and Africa. Many of these people are still living in areas where they lack the necessary infrastructure and resources to deal with the effects of climate change.
The US and other countries that are responding to climate change need to support local communities affected by the effects of the climate crisis by developing and implementing resilient strategies. These communities need help in addressing the various issues that they face.

7. Address poverty and other inequalities that increase vulnerability
People affected by climate change, such as disabled individuals, children, and indigenous peoples, are often excluded from decision-making processes related to the issue. This is why it is important that they have a say in shaping the solutions to the problem.
Reducing inequality and ending poverty can help mitigate some of the most alarming effects of climate change by helping people get the resources they need.

8. Invest in disaster risk reduction (DRR)
DRR is a type of risk reduction that can help protect the lives and livelihoods in areas most vulnerable to natural disasters and emergencies. It can also limit the negative effects of the crisis on those who are most affected.

Although we can't undo the damage caused by climate change, we can still help the communities that are most affected by it prepare for its inevitable effects.

9. Commit to fair financing and climate justice
Although implementing resilient strategies and other measures can help minimize the effects of climate change, they can also cost a lot of money. This is why it's important that the countries that are most affected by the crisis pay back the money that they have spent on them.

For the US and other countries, investing in DRR strategies and technologies can help them prepare for and respond to emergencies. These include establishing early warning systems, deploying adaptable infrastructure, and establishing forecasting mechanisms. To ensure that these funds can be quickly utilized, they should be dispersible and flexible.

10. Guarantee these changes in the long-term through policy reform
Many of the solutions outlined above can only be implemented with the help of comprehensive policy reform. This is why it's important that members of Congress support bills that contain these ideas.

One of the most important factors that policymakers should consider when it comes to implementing climate justice policies is ensuring that people are prioritized instead of corporations. This can be done through the establishment of regulations and standards that are designed to ensure that institutions and communities are following the new standards.

If we're to reach the goal of avoiding 1.5 degrees Celsius of global warming by 2030, we need to take bold and aggressive action. It's time for all of us to support the actions that are needed to reach this objective.