Shettima: Nigeria’s Focus Shifts to Digital Technology, Clean Energy
Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, emphasized the country’s focus on digital technology, clean energy, and diversifying the economy during a meeting with Denmark’s Minister for Development Cooperation, Dan Jorgensen.
The meeting took place recently, with various dignitaries in attendance.
Shettima highlighted the need for alternative investments due to the declining role of oil in the economy.
He sought support from Denmark and the Global Centre on Adaptation for Africa in accelerating climate action and sustainable energy solutions.
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Shettima also commended Denmark’s climate leadership. Jorgensen praised Nigeria’s commitment to climate sustainability and expressed optimism about collaboration on a just energy transition.
The meeting addressed Nigeria’s role in advocating for democratic governance in the face of political instability in West Africa.
The Nigerian Minister of Art, Culture, and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, stressed the importance of intercultural collaborations to address climate change.
The discussions included the signing of a memorandum of understanding between Denmark and Nigeria to facilitate future collaboration on energy transition.
