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GreenHub Africa to Convene Top CEOs for High-Level Climate Action Roundtable

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  • GreenHub Africa is hosting a high-level CEO Roundtable on Friday themed "Accelerating Climate Action in Nigeria."
  • The event will gather influential leaders from business, development, and policy to discuss practical pathways for sustainable impact.
  • Key areas of focus include climate finance, sustainable infrastructure, and renewable energy, aiming to catalyze actionable outcomes for Nigeria's low-carbon transition.

As Nigeria joins the global observance of World Environment Day, GreenHub Africa is convening a pivotal CEO Roundtable aimed at transforming climate change discussions into concrete actions. Titled "Accelerating Climate Action in Nigeria," the event is scheduled for Friday and will bring together prominent figures from the business, development, and policy sectors.

The roundtable features a distinguished lineup of speakers, including UN Resident Coordinator Mohammed Malik, CEO of Lafarge Africa PLC Lolu Alade Akinyemi, Managing Director of Sterling Bank Abubakar Suleiman, and Director for West Africa at the Ford Foundation Chichi Aniagolu-Okoye. Henry Bassey, Founder/CEO of Greenhub Africa, will moderate the session.

Participants will delve into critical aspects of Nigeria's transition towards a resilient, low-carbon economy. Discussions will cover essential areas such as climate finance, the development of sustainable infrastructure, the expansion of renewable energy sources, and the alignment of policies to support these goals.

GreenHub Africa positions itself as a strategic facilitator, bridging public institutions, private enterprises, and development partners. The participation of major organizations like Sterling Bank and Lafarge Africa underscores the increasing role of the private sector in driving climate action. Their involvement highlights a shared commitment to integrating sustainability into core business strategies and exploring new opportunities within the green economy.

The roundtable is designed not just as a forum for dialogue but as a catalyst for tangible results. It aims to enable decision-makers to align on practical solutions that can accelerate investment, reinforce governance frameworks, and scale up climate initiatives across various sectors. Henry Bassey emphasized that the event intentionally gathers leaders capable of driving measurable change, stressing the urgency of coordinated leadership and collaboration in addressing the climate crisis.

The urgency of climate action demands coordinated leadership and practical collaboration.

โ€” Henry BasseyFounder/CEO of Greenhub Africa, emphasizing the need for collective action on climate change.
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