Lagos joins global climate coalition

Lagos State has joined the global Under2 Coalition after Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the climate group.

The agreement was signed on Monday in London during the London Climate Action Week 2026.

The development is contained in a statement signed by Mrs Titilayo Oshodi, Special Adviser on Climate Change and Circular Economy.

The Under2 Coalition is a network of subnational governments committed to achieving net-zero emissions and climate-resilient economies.

Sanwo-Olu said the move strengthened Lagos’ role in global climate governance and reaffirmed its sustainability commitment.

“Joining the Under2 Coalition strengthens Lagos State’s commitment to building a resilient, low-carbon future,” he said.

The governor said Lagos would deepen collaboration with governments worldwide through the coalition’s platform.

“As Africa’s economic and commercial hub, Lagos is determined to demonstrate that climate action and economic growth can go hand in hand,” he added.

He said membership would create opportunities for climate investment, international partnerships and improved resilience programmes.

Sanwo-Olu noted that the MoU was a non-binding agreement aligned with Lagos’ climate priorities and ambitions.

He said the state had moved beyond climate policy development into practical implementation of initiatives.

“Through our State-Determined Contributions framework, Lagos State is moving from ambition to implementation,” he said.

The governor added that the coalition would provide opportunities to exchange knowledge and strengthen partnerships.

The Under2 Coalition welcomed Lagos, describing it as one of Africa’s leading subnational governments in climate action.

“Lagos has a powerful story to tell, and we are honoured to have the state join our global network,” the coalition said.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Lagos participated in the London Climate Action Week.

The state showcased climate governance initiatives, including its State-Determined Contributions framework and investment-ready projects.

Lagos’ membership is expected to enhance international cooperation and support climate-resilient development programmes.

The coalition comprises more than 180 sub-national groups and regions representing over half of the global economy.

It promotes climate action through collaboration, innovation and knowledge-sharing among governments.

The Lagos delegation included Environment Commissioner, Tokunbo Wahab, and Economic Planning and Budget Commissioner, Ope George.
Others were Dr Oreoluwa Finnih, Special Adviser on SDGs, and Mrs Bukola Odoe, Special Adviser on Public-Private-Partnership.

The London Climate Action Week attracted global leaders, policymakers, investors and development partners. (NAN)