Young people in Nigeria are leading the charge on climate action, creating innovative solutions to address the climate crisis. However, they encounter significant barriers, particularly in accessing funding and investment needed to scale their impact.
On August 27, 2024, CSEA researchers Abdulkhalid Salihu and Fiyinfoluwa Kehinde participated in the Youth and Climate Change Innovation Lab organized by ActionAid Nigeria in Abuja. The event provided a platform for key stakeholders to discuss existing challenges and explore sustainable green alternatives for livelihoods.
During the discussions, our researchers highlighted the importance of evidence-based actions and policies grounded in climate change research to support youth-led initiatives. They emphasised the need for increased research funding from both local and international stakeholders to enhance adaptation strategies. This dialogue represents a crucial step in our collective effort to promote just transitions and sustainable development in Nigeria

CSEA as a sustainabilty partner on Tobacco Control Data Initiative TCDI 2.0 project with Development Gateway participated in the launch of Non -Communicable Diseases NCD documents by Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare. In attendance was Dr Adedeji Adeniran, Director of Research, Dr Noah Olasehinde ,Nigeria country Director TCDI 2.0, Priscilla Airohi , Research Associate, and Kemi Odesola , Communications officer . The event themed Revitalising NCDs prevention & control in Nigeria: Strengthening Multisectoral collaboration brought together public health stakeholders across Government, Civil society and Academia in Nigeria to discuss current NCD initiatives and interventions addressing NCDs risk factors in Nigeria. The NCD documents launched included National Policy for the Prevention and Control of Non-communicable Diseases (NCDs),National Tobacco Control - Strategic Plan of Action,2024-2028 , Communications Strategy 2024-2028 , Enforcement plan , amongst others.

Ebehi Iyoha, an assistant professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School, delivered a paper presentation on "Exports in Disguise: Trade Rerouting during the U.S.-China Trade War'' on July 30, 2024. The purpose of this paper is to ascertain the degree to which third-world countries are impacted by Chinese products that are rerouted to the United States via Vietnam, as well as to measure the process of rerouting. According to her research, China benefits from rerouting due to its reduced production costs. However, economies that rely on importation revenues are the primary losers. Vietnam is reaping substantial benefits as a result of value-added production and manufacturing, as the proportion of value activity decreases as rerouting increases. However, for US consumers, rerouting results in relatively cheaper products, while for US policymakers, it undermines the objectives of trade policies.

On July 25, 2024, Dr. Okorie David Iheke delivered a compelling presentation on “Making Hay while the Sun Shines: Energy Security Pathway for Africa.” Dr. Iheke used a dynamic recursive CGE model to delve into Nigeria’s energy landscape. His findings reveal that Africa’s renewable energy has exceeded its current supply, presenting a significant market opportunity. Dr. Iheke’s presentation highlighted the importance of strategic capital investments in boosting Africa’s renewable energy mix.

On July 16, 2024, Dr Adedeji Adeniran, Director of Research, and Isiaka Raifu, Research Associate at CSEA, joined the Development Gateway team for a stakeholder engagement held at Neelkanth Sarovar Premiere, Lusaka, Zambia, which was hosted by the Zambian Ministry of Health (MOH) and the Tobacco Control Data Initiative (TCDI 2.0). The purpose of the event was to deliberate on the inclusion of new themes in the Zambian dashboard, which include agriculture, new and emerging tobacco products, and enforcement.