As climate change continues to threaten communities across West Africa, Nigeria and Liberia are joining forces to find sustainable solutions.
On Thursday, a delegation of Liberian parliamentarians and environmental experts met with Nigerian lawmakers to explore ways to mitigate the devastating effects of climate change in both nations.
Led by Mr. Ernest Manseah Snr, the Liberian delegation engaged in discussions with Nigeria’s National Assembly Committees on Ecology and Climate Change. The visit aimed to understand Nigeria’s strategies in tackling climate challenges and to foster cross-border collaboration.
“Nigeria has taken significant steps in addressing climate change, and we are here to learn from these efforts,” Manseah stated. “Beyond setting up a Climate Fund in Liberia, we want to adopt practical solutions that have proven effective here.”
Senator Seriake Dickson, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Ecology and Climate Change, welcomed the delegation, emphasizing the need for African nations to work together.
“Nigeria has set the pace with a comprehensive climate change law—the first of its kind in Africa,” Dickson noted. “But no country can fight this battle alone. We need strong partnerships to drive impactful solutions.”
He assured the Liberian delegation of Nigeria’s commitment to knowledge exchange and expressed interest in strengthening ties through reciprocal visits and policy-sharing initiatives.
As both nations grapple with rising temperatures, deforestation, and extreme weather events, this partnership marks a step toward a more coordinated and resilient climate response in West Africa.
