The Africa Network for Environment and Economic Justice, ANEEJ and the People’s AGM platform working with climate Justice in Nigeria and around the world, have condemned further investments in oil and gas projects, demanding increased investment to support a fair and just transition to renewable energy.
A statement by the ANEEJ executive director, Rev. David Ugolor disclosed that there will be a “Stop Fossil Fuel Financing” campaign in Abuja to send a strong message to the Nigerian government from April 18th to April 20th 2023 by 8am daily.
He said: “The action/ rally will take place at the entrance of the International Conference Centre, Abuja, venue of the 6th Nigeria International Energy Summit where about five thousand participants from 45 countries, comprising government leaders, ministers, investors, multinational oil companies and energy industries will be meeting.
“This is a global forum taking place from 16th to 20th April, endorsed by the highest level of the Federal Executive Council to stimulate discussions, interactions and signing of high-level deals that will reshape the energy landscape.
“The Africa Network for Environment and Economic Justice, ANEEJ and the people’s AGM platform are working with Climate Justice activists in Nigeria and around the world to carry out actions at the entrance of the event.
“The goal is to send a strong message to the Nigerian government, oil multinationals and investors condemning further investment in oil and gas projects and to demand increased investment to support a fair and just transition to renewable energy. We are committed to limiting global warming to 1.5°C in line with the Paris Climate Agreement.”
