The Plateau State Government has launched a five-year climate action and policy plan that would help address the growing impact of climate change across the state from 2026.
The initiative was unveiled in Jos on Thursday, with support from the Centre for Gospel Health and Development in collaboration with the Christian Blind Mission and funding from the European Union.
Governor Caleb Mutfwang, represented by his Chief of Staff, Jeremiah Satmark, described the document as a strategic guide to protect livelihoods, restore degraded environments and strengthen climate resilience in the state.
He said the policy focuses on key areas such as agriculture, water resource management and disaster risk reduction, while also opening opportunities for green jobs and investment in renewable energy.
“There is no sector that is not affected by climate change,” Satmark said while delivering the governor’s message.
He also drew attention to the security challenges linked to environmental pressures, particularly in mining communities, where workers have come under attack.
According to him, the policy has already received approval from the state executive council, with the government pledging to address emerging risks and protect vulnerable communities.
Despite being beseiged by insecurity, this initiative will reposition Plateau State as a leader in climate response and sustainable development in Nigeria.
