The Oyo State Government has published the Oyo State Climate Action Plan (OYCAP) 2026–2040 on its official website, making the document accessible to citizens, development partners, investors, researchers and other stakeholders across the world.
The publication is aimed at opening the State to opportunities associated with the document and enabling existing and prospective partners to align with the State’s climate goals from 2026 to 2040.
The Honourable Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Hon. Ademola Aderinto, said OYCAP provides the State with a clear, science based roadmap for tackling climate related challenges, including flooding, heatwaves, drought, environmental pollution,Food insecurity, ill health implications, reduced daily life productivity and other climate related concerns
He added that the Plan aligns Oyo State’s climate actions with global frameworks, the Paris Agreement and Nigeria’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), thereby strengthening the State’s eligibility for climate funding and partnerships.
Aderinto explained that the Plan would serve as a guide for Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) in planning and implementing climate related projects in sectors such as health, agriculture, infrastructure and environment.
He also noted that it also provides strategies for reducing climate risks through improved flood management, protection of wetlands, early warning systems, climate smart agriculture and measures to address the health impacts of heatwaves, air pollution and poor waste management.
According to the Commissioner, OYCAP also presents significant economic opportunities through green jobs and investments in waste to energy, recycling, renewable energy and tree planting, while providing a framework capable of attracting climate finance and investments from international development partners, financial institutions and the private sector.
The Commissioner therefore called on local and international investment and development partners to take advantage of the framework provided by OYCAP to explore infrastructural and climate resilient investment opportunities in Oyo State, stressing that the State is open to partnerships that will support sustainable development.
Aderinto described OYCAP as more than a policy document, but a public tool for action, investment, funding and accountability, urging stakeholders to study the Plan and identify areas where they can contribute to its implementation.
The document can be accessed and downloaded from the Environment Portal of the Oyo State Government website through the link.
