Climate Crisis In Nigeriaby HASSAN ABUBAKAR MUHAMMAD | 19-10-2021 07:59 |
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 Although most greenhouse gas emissions come from the global north, Africa will soon face some of the most severe impacts of the climate crisis. The country of Nigeria is in a uniquely vulnerable position.Nigeria is located in the Gulf of Guinea, just north of the equator. Due to its size and geographical location, Nigeria is at the risk for a great variety of climate-related challenges. Its northern region, which borders the Sahara, are experiencing increasing rates of desertification. Its low-lying coastal areas meanwhile, are facing rising sea levels and flooding. Despite these challenges, the NigerianGovernment has set admirable and susitainability goals. " I want you to act as if the house is on fire, because it is " _ Greta Thunberg Image Credit: UNICEF |
