President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sacked the pioneer director general of the National Council on Climate Change (NCCC), Dr Nkiruka Madueke.
As reported by Vanguard, Dr Madueke, the pioneer head of the council, was appointed by President Tinubu in June 2024.
Bayo Onanuga, the president’s spokesperson, announced the development in a statement to the press on Thursday. According to the statement, the appointment of Majekodunmi, an environmental lawyer, was with immediate effect. Speaking further, Onanuga said the climate finance expert had worked extensively with global and national institutions on renewable energy, carbon markets, and climate governance.
She previously served as the NCCC’s financial adviser and has played a key role in shaping Nigeria’s climate policies and international engagements. Despite being relived of her role, Tinubu still thanked Dr Madueke, for her dedicated service and strong foundation for the council’s continued growth. “Majekodunmi’s appointment reaffirms the Tinubu administration’s commitment to tackling climate change as both an environmental necessity and a driver of sustainable economic growth, national security, and social inclusion,” the statement added.
