Osun’s renewable energy policies earn Adeleke top award

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has been honored with the Green Leadership Award for his administration's commitment to renewable energy, climate action, and environmental sustainability. The award was presented at the 1st International and 3rd National Women Green Summit and Exhibition 2026 (WIGSE-26) in Lagos, where Adeleke's Director-General and Special Envoy on Climate Change and Renewable Energy, Professor Chinwe Obuaku-Igwe, accepted the recognition on his behalf.

The award recognizes Osun's development and implementation of key policies, including the Osun State Climate Action Plan, Renewable Energy Policy, Circular Economy Action Plan, and Climate-Smart Investment Portfolio. The initiatives cited include solar energy, recycling, waste-to-wealth, ecosystem restoration, and sustainable transportation projects, such as the IMOLE solar lantern initiative and electric-motorbike programs.

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