Environment Minister lauds Kano ACReSAL commitment to climate resilience, sustainable development

The Minister of Environment, Mr. Ishak Salako has lauded the efforts and initiatives of the Kano Agro Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscape (ACReSAL) project coordinator, Dr. Dahiru M. Hashim.

The minister made the comment on Wednesday, when he met Dr. Dahiru Hashim at the ongoing Africa Climate Summit in Nairobi, Kenya.

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The Minister commended Dr. Dahiru’s unwavering commitment to climate resilience and sustainable development.

SOLACEBASE reports that, during their meeting, Mr. Salako expressed his admiration for the ACReSAL project’s remarkable efforts in Kano State, saying, “I have been seeing your efforts.” This simple yet profound statement underscored the Minister’s recognition of ACReSAL’s significant contributions to climate-resilient agriculture and sustainable practices in Nigeria’s semi-arid regions.

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Dr. Hashim, humbled by the Minister’s words, emphasized the importance of collective action in addressing climate change. “Our work in Kano State is a testament to what can be achieved when communities, government agencies, and organizations collaborate to build resilience against climate change.’’

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The project coordinator noted that the discussion with the Minister focused on several critical aspects that will foster collaboration between the state and the federal government.

According to Dr. Hashim, his encounter with Mr. Ishak Salako serves as a testament to the impact of localized initiatives like ACReSAL in contributing to broader climate action goals.