United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Pays Courtesy Visit to Energy Commission of Nigeria

A delegation from the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) in Nigeria, led by the Country Coordinator, Mr. Etiosa Uyigue, on Friday, November 10, 2023, paid a courtesy visit to the Director-General, Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, at the Commission’s Headquarters. The purpose of the visit was to enhance existing relationships between UNEP-in-Nigeria and the Commission. Mr. Uyigue commended the Commission's role, under Dr. Abdullahi's stewardship, in promoting a climate-friendly environment.

The meeting also discussed the 2022 National Cooling Action Plan on Emission. Mr. Etiosa reiterated that the collaboration of the Commission, as well as that of the Ministry of Environment will continue to be sought in making Nigeria safer for all.

Dr. Abdullahi assured the team of the Commission's commitment to reviewing minimum energy performance, conducting impact assessments in collaboration with UNEP-in-Nigeria, and providing comprehensive support for the project amid the challenges posed by global warming.

The DG ECN, Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi (Middle) flanked by (L-R) Ms. Nkechi Isaac, Communications Expert, United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP); Mr. Etiosa Uyigue Country Coordinator, UNEP; Ms. Osamede Onuvare, Market Assessment Expert,UNEP; Engr. Okon N. Ekpenyong, Director, Linkages, Research & Consultancy (ECN) in a group photograph

The Director General, Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi and some of his Management Staff in a discussion with the visitors.