International Courant
The British authorities is dedicated to environmental innovation in Nigeria, via the celebrated Earthshot Prize. Talking at a reception to welcome the Earthshot delegation in Abuja, Appearing British Excessive Commissioner Gill Lever mentioned the British authorities has lengthy been a associate to Nigeria on local weather and environmental points and is proud to be a part of efforts to help sustainable and transformative tasks.
This consists of the UK’s work to guard the endemic gorilla species in Cross River State, in addition to the Propcom+ programme which will increase farmers’ local weather resilience and reduces meals insecurity, and the UK Nigeria Infrastructure Advisory Facility (UKNIAF) which inspires funding in clear off-grid vitality tasks for underserved communities.
Appearing British Excessive Commissioner Gill Lever mentioned:
“The Earthshot Prize, led by Prince William and the Royal Basis, is a beacon of hope and innovation in our collective quest to deal with the urgent environmental challenges of our time.
“As we collect right here tonight, we reaffirm our dedication to a sustainable future, underscoring the Prize’s mission to drive change and revitalize our planet.”
LR Founder and CEO of Reeddi, Olugbenga Olubanjo; Govt Head of Company Affairs, Caroline Oghuma, MultiChoice Nigeria; Appearing British Excessive Commissioner, Gill Lever; and The Earthshot Prize CEO, Hannah Jones.
On the reception, Hannah Jones, CEO of The Earthshot Prize, mentioned:
“There are literally thousands of recreation changers and entrepreneurs who’re dedicating their lives to fixing the best challenges of our generations. The chance to lift consciousness and help for his or her work is crucial to the mission of The Earthshot Prize.
“We’re grateful for the chance to return along with our companions and supporters to spotlight the numerous options throughout Africa, educate a whole bunch extra on the continent and encourage a brand new technology of innovators.”
Throughout the occasion, Reeddi, a 2021 Earthshot Prize finalist, additionally gave a presentation on clear vitality at an inexpensive worth for people and companies.
Founder and CEO of ReeddiOlugbenga Olubanjo mentioned:
“Reeddi is delighted to have acquired the credibility and help that the Earthshot Prize brings. This recognition has enabled us to scale our options to much more communities and areas the place vitality entry is a big problem.
The insights of our companions and traders concerned within the Earthshot Prize have been invaluable, permitting us to innovate each our {hardware} and software program. Consequently, we’re delivering extra superior options that make entry to electrical energy seamless for Nigerians and Africans.”
The reception, which was held in partnership with main African leisure firm MultiChoice Group, was additionally a possibility to honour people and organisations dedicated to environmental stewardship.
The Earthshot Prize: UK authorities helps environmental innovation in Nigeria
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