Yesterday, President Muhammadu Buhari signed the instrument of ratification of the Paris Climate agreement in Abuja and announced the development on its official Twitter handle. The agreement is aimed at avoiding the most devastating effects of climate change by cutting carbon emissions.

It is stated in the agreement that each country submitted an emissions reduction proposal known as Intended Nationally Determined Contributions (INDCs). Nigeria is considering 30 percent energy efficiency in industries, homes, businesses and vehicles, and increased use of natural gas in generators and renewable energy.

Other measures being considered include the capture of gas, setting standards for appliances, generators, buildings and climate smart agriculture, all is expected to lead to $4.5 billion benefits to the country.

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