Osun’s renewable energy policies earn Adeleke top award

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has been honored with the Green Leadership Award at the 1st International and 3rd National Women Green Summit and Exhibition 2026 (WIGSE-26) in Lagos. The award recognizes the administration's efforts to promote climate action, renewable energy, environmental sustainability, and a green economy in Osun.

The award ceremony was attended by the Director-General and Special Envoy on Climate Change and Renewable Energy, Professor Chinwe Obuaku-Igwe, who delivered the Governor's goodwill message. The award highlights the state's implementation of policies such as the Osun State Climate Action Plan, Renewable Energy Policy, Circular Economy Action Plan, and Climate-Smart Investment Portfolio, as well as initiatives like a recycling hub, IMOLE solar lanterns, and electric-motorbike programs.

Obuaku-Igwe emphasized that climate action should create jobs, strengthen livelihoods, expand energy access, encourage innovation, and build a more resilient economy.

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