Mentions.
SEPTEMBER 2025
Press Release | New group of scientists announced to help advance science-driven acceleration of the Sustainable Development Goals – United Nations Sustainable Development
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals – Time for Global Action for People and Planet
Nigerian scientist, 13 others appointed to draft reports on SDGs
The UN said the scientists' report will provide scientific guidance on the state of global sustainable development, addressing emerging challenges, and offering actionable recommendations for governments and other stakeholders.
Nigerian Adedoyin Adeleke Appointed UN First African Co-Chair for IGS
The United Nations (UN) has appointed a Nigerian, Adedoyin Adeleke, as the first African Co-Chair to its Independent Group of Scientists (IGS).
UN appoints Nigerian expert Adeleke Co-Chair, marking milestone for African sustainability leadership
The United Nations has appointed Dr. Adedoyin Adeleke as Co-Chair of the 2027 Global Sustainable Development Report team, making him the first Nigerian…
UN Appoints Nigeria’s Adeleke As First African Co-chair Of Global Sustainable Development Report — ABN TV
United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres in a historic first has appointed Dr. Adedoyin Adeleke as Co-Chair of the United Nations Independent Group
Nigerian scientist who chose Africa over Europe made UN history – bird story agency
At 34, Adedoyin Adeleke could have chosen a comfortable life in Europe. Instead, he packed his bags, returned to Nigeria, and started tinkering with waste,
Nigerian Scientist Makes History at United Nations
At 34, Adedoyin Adeleke could have chosen a comfortable life in Europe. Instead, the Nigerian scientist packed his bags, returned…
UN Scribe Appoints First African, Adedoyin Adeleke, Co-Chair of Independent Group of Scientists for 2027 Global Sustainable Development Report
Green Growth Africa proudly announces the appointment of its Executive Director, Dr. Adedoyin Adeleke, as Co-Chair of the United Nations Independent Group of Scientists (IGS) tasked with preparing the…
Nigerian scientist who chose Africa over Europe made UN history
By Seth ONYANGO
APRIL 2025
Abuja manholes of death
In an interview with Sunday Vanguard, the Founder of Green Growth Africa, Adedoyin Adeleke, expressed his concerns about the growing scale of manhole theft in Nigeria's capital city, Abuja.
Solar panel import ban may trigger 150% price surge, worsen energy cost crisis
Nigeria needs to brace up for about a 150 per cent rise in the cost of solar installations, the slowdown in the energy transition and an increase in electricity challenges
DECEMBER 2024
Green Growth Africa Launches EcoJustice To Combat Environmental Crimes
Green Growth Africa has introduced Eco-Justice Africa, a citizen-driven, tech-enabled initiative designed to combat environmental crimes and empower
Green Growth Africa Establishes EcoJustice Africa to Prosecute Violators of Environmental Laws – The Gazelle News
In order to put an end the prolonged environmental crimes in Nigeria and the rest of Africa, the Green Growth Africa has established EcoJustice Africa to bring violators of environmental laws and standards to book. The rise of environmental crimes across Africa, and its catastrophic consequences on our socio-economic prosperity and natural ecosystems has become
NGO moves to combat environmental crimes
A Non-governmental Organization, Green Growth Africa has launched a groundbreaking initiative, EcoJustice Africa, aimed at tackling the rising wave of environmental crimes across the continent.
Using digital technology to tackle environmental crimes in…
As Ecojustice Africa, tech initiative launched in Nigeria Environmental crimes have continued to rise in Africa following the consistent illegal…
JULY 2024
L’impact du faible accès à l’énergie sur la santé respiratoire
Confrontés à la pauvreté énergétique, beaucoup de ménages recourent au feu de bois qui génère la pollution et favorise des maladies comme l’asthme.
A Nigerian, Adeleke relocates from Italy to push green growth in Africa
At a time when Nigerian is experiencing droves of young, able and talented population leaving the country for ‘greener pasture’, a young Nigeria with decided to return from Europe to Nigeria inspite several odds.
Japada: Why Dr. Adeleke Returned to Nigeria Amidst the Japa Trend – iJapa.ng
In a time when many young, talented Nigerians are leaving the country in search of better opportunities abroad, a remarkable story of resilience and
JUNE 2024
The Nation
Wanted: Global framework to fight land degradation
https://thenationonlineng.net/wanted-global-framework-to-fight-land-degradation/
Date of Publication: June 25, 2024
Nigerian Tribune
Critical knowledge gaps hinder effective land restoration — NREEL
https://tribuneonlineng.com/critical-knowledge-gaps-hinder-effective-land-restoration-nreel/
Date of Publication: June 19, 2024
Enggaged2Perform
Critical knowledge gaps hinder effective land restoration — NREEL
https://www.engaged2perform.ca/with4yh/8a80758P1d47/
Date of Publication: June 19, 2024
BusinessDay
Firm offers insights on attaining green, sustainable Africa
https://businessday.ng/life/article/firm-offers-insights-on-attaining-green-sustainable-africa/
Date of Publication: June 9, 2024
BusinessDay
Green Growth Africa offers insights on attaining green, sustainable Africa
Date of Publication: June 8, 2024
The Guardian
Stakeholders seek just, inclusive economic growth amid climate crisis
https://guardian.ng/stakeholders-seek-just-inclusive-economic-growth-amid-climate-crisis/
Date of Publication: June 7, 2024
The Nigeria Lawyer
ILA Nigeria’s World Environment Day 2024 Conference Emphasizes Community Engagement In Building Resilience
Date of Publication: June 6, 2024
MARCH 2024
Alumni Office of TU Dresden
Co-author of the progress report on climate technology 2023
Date of Publication: March 28, 2024
JANUARY 2024
The Authority
Green Growth Africa wants careful implementation of ban on single use plastics
Date of Publication: January 26, 2024
The Guardian
Plastic ban may trigger economic crisis, Green Growth Africa warns
Date of Publication: January 25, 2024
DECEMBER 2023
UNESCO – Profiles Enhancing Education Reviews (PEER)
Nigeria | Climate Change Communication and Education
Date of Publication: December 11, 2023
NOVEMBER 2023
The Guardian Newspaper
COP28: Again, Nigeria, others negotiate right to just transition
https://guardian.ng/news/cop28-again-nigeria-others-negotiate-right-to-just-transition/
Date of Publication: November 30, 2023
OCTOBER 2023
The Guardian Newspaper
Nigeria’s hydropower untapped despite 14,120MW exploitable capacity
Date of Publication: October 12, 2023
AUGUST 2023
Nigerian Tribune
Green economy: Fulfil $100bn climate fund pledge; stakeholders beg US, others
Date of Publication: August 13, 2023
Vanguard Newspapers
Africa: Cost of climate change to hit N50bn yearly by 2050, group warns
Date of Publication: August 11, 2023
Leadership
‘Leverage $10.3trn Net Zero Economy To Reduce Nigeria’s Youth Unemployment’
https://leadership.ng/leverage-10-3trn-net-zero-economy-to-reduce-nigerias-youth-unemployment/
Guardian Nigeria
Green economy, $100b climate pledge offer hope for youth employment
Date of Publication: August 11, 2023
The Nations Newspaper
Developed nations urged to release $100b climate change fund
https://thenationonlineng.net/developed-nations-urged-to-release-100b-climate-change-fund/
Date of Publication: August 11, 2023
ThisDay Newspaper
Africa Must Seek to Reap from $10.3tn Global Climate Opportunities, Say Renewables Advocates
Date of Publication: August 11, 2023
BusinessDay Newspaper
GGA urges youths to upskill for climate-resilient jobs
https://businessday.ng/companies/article/gga-urges-youths-to-upskill-for-climate-resilient-jobs/
Date of Publication: August 18, 2023
Voice of Nigeria
Stakeholders Wants Developed Countries To Renew Climate Fund Pledges
https://von.gov.ng/stakeholders-wants-developed-countries-to-renew-climate-fund-pledges/
Date of Publication: August 15, 2023
Development Diaries
Youth Day: Africa Youth Unemployment Persists
htps://developmentdiaries.com/youth-day-africa-youth-unemployment-persists/
Date of Publication: August 12, 2023
NatureNews
Green Growth Africa Calls For Renewed $100 Billion Climate Pledge
https://naturenews.africa/green-growth-africa-calls-for-renewed-100-billion-climate-pledge/
Date of Publication: August 16, 2023
APRIL 2023
The Guardian Newspaper
Unserved, underserved communities and FG’s rural electrification goals
Date of Publication: April 12, 2023
JANUARY 2023
Frontiere
The networker for green growth
The networker for green growth – Frontiere – Politecnico di Milano (polimi.it)
Date of Publication: January 26, 2023
The Guardian Newspaper
FG scouts for $1.22trillion in ambitious move to generate 178,000MW
Date of Publication: January 15, 2023
The Guardian Newspaper
2023: Tame inflation, insecurity, fuel subsidy, experts tell government
Date of Publication: January 6, 2023
The Guardian Newspaper
As Nigeria’s energy sector walks tightrope in 2023
Date of Publication: January 4, 2023
DECEMBER 2022
Sputnik International
Nigerian NPO Becomes One of Two Winners of Okayama 2022 Award Across the Globe
Nigerian NPO Becomes One of Two Winners of Okayama 2022 Award Across the Globe (sputnikglobe.com)
Date of Publication: December 27, 2022
The Guardian Newspaper
Nigerian organisation emerges first to win Okayama award in W’Africa
Date of Publication: December 27, 2022
ICLEI Japan
The “ESD Okayama Award 2022” Ceremony and Winners’ Presentations Can Be Viewed on YouTube Now!
Date of Publication: December 22, 2022
Daily Trust Newspaper
Green Growth Africa Wins Double Awards In Japan, US
Green Growth Africa wins double awards in Japan, US – Daily Trust
Date of Publication: December 22, 2022
Leadership Newspaper
Green Growth Africa Emerges First To Win Okayama Award In West Africa
Green Growth Africa Emerges First To Win Okayama Award In West Africa (leadership.ng)
Date of Publication: December 22, 2022
Vanguard Newspaper
Green Growth Africa emerges first to win Okayama award in W’Africa
Green Growth Africa emerges first to win Okayama award in W’Africa (vanguardngr.com)
Date of Publication: December 22, 2022
The Guardian Newspaper
Green Growth Africa wins ESD, E-STEM awards
Date of Publication: December 21, 2022
The Guardian Newspaper
Why discordant tunes over oil search in the North persist
Date of Publication: December 4, 2022
The Guardian Newspaper
Petroleum Minister: Worsening crude theft, outdated refineries mar Buhari’s scorecard
Date of Publication: December 4, 2022
NOVEMBER 2022
The Guardian Newspaper
Stakeholders canvass sustainable financing for rural electrification
Date of Publication: November 30, 2022
Global RCE Network
ESD Okayama Award 2022 Winners Announced
ESD Okayama Award 2022 Winners Announced | RCE NETWORK
Date of Publication: November 1, 2022
Hamburg.de
ESD Okayama Award 2022
Initiative “Hamburg lernt Nachhaltigkeit” ausgezeichnet
https://www.hamburg.de/nachhaltigkeitlernen/16817374/okayama/
OCTOBER 2022
Okayama City
The Winners of the ESD Okayama Award 2022
The Winners of the ESD Okayama Award 2022 | 岡山市 (city.okayama.jp)
Date of Publication: October 24, 2022
The Guardian Newspaper
Feasting on the forbidden: Tales of unending wildlife, environmental crimes
Date of Publication: October 23, 2022
The Guardian Newspaper
Regulation, policy frustrate 14,120 megawatts hydropower
https://guardian.ng/news/regulation-policy-frustrate-14120-megawatts-hydropower/
Date of Publication: October 6, 2022
Politecnico Milano
#GreenGrowthGuy acting for Africa
JUNE 2022
eePRO – NAAEE
EE Leaders Convene in South Africa to Plan for a GEEP Africa Hub
EE Leaders Convene in South Africa to Plan for a GEEP Africa Hub | eePRO (naaee.org)
Date of Publication: June 9, 2022
MARCH 2022
This Day Newspaper
$967bn Inadequate to Reverse Biodiversity Loss, Say Environmentalists
Date Of Publication: March 29, 2022
AgroNigeria, Nigeria
Experts Cry Out as 86% of Plant Species Face Extinction Threat
https://agronigeria.ng/experts-cry-out-as-86-of-plant-species-face-extinction-threat/
Date Of Publication: March 28, 2022
Leadership Newspaper
Biodiversity: 86% of World Species may be lost to Agriculture, Experts Worry
https://leadership.ng/biodiversity-86-of-world-species-may-be-lost-to-agriculture-experts-worry/
Tribune Newspaper
Stakeholders worries over growing threat to biodiversity
https://tribuneonlineng.com/stakeholders-worry-over-growing-threat-to-biodiversity/
Date Of Publication: March 27, 2022
The Guardian Newspaper
Concern over $967 funding for biodiversity loss reversal
https://guardian.ng/news/concerns-over-967b-funding-for-biodiversity-loss-reversal/
Date Of Publication: March 27, 2022
SureSource, Nigeria
86% Of World Species May Be Lost To Agriculture, Experts Worry
https://suresource24.com/2022/03/86-of-world-species-may-be-lost-to-agriculture-experts-worry/
Date Of Publication: March 27, 2022
Head Topics, Nigeria
Concerns over $967b funding for Biodiversity loss reversal
https://headtopics.com/ng/concerns-over-967b-funding-for-biodiversity-loss-reversal-25114294
Date Of Publication: March 27, 2022
The Daily Sun Newspaper
Experts raise the alarm as 86% of plant species face extinction
https://www.sunnewsonline.com/experts-raise-the-alarm-as-86-of-plant-species-face-extinction/
Date Of Publication: March 26, 2022
Independent Newspapers
Biodiversity Security Under Threats of Underfunding – Coalition
https://independent.ng/biodiversity-security-under-threats-of-underfunding-coalition/
Date Of Publication: March 25, 2022
BusinessDay Newspaper
Stakeholders raise concerns over growing threat to achieve biodiversity in Africa
Date Of Publication: March 25, 2022
FEBRUARY 2022
ARISE News
Nigeria: FG Ramps Up Disbursement of CBN’s N140bn Solar Intervention Fund
https://www.arise.tv/nigeria-fg-ramps-up-disbursement-of-cbns-n140bn-solar-intervention-fund/
Date of Publication: 14th February, 2022
Tribune
Nigeria to domesticate renewable technology with CBN’s N140bn solar intervention ― Experts
Date of Publication: 14th February, 2022
Leadership News
CBN N140bn Solar Intervention To Domesticate Renewable Energy, As Disbursement Begins
Date of Publication: 14th February, 2022
Guardian Newspaper
FG, stakeholders optimistic N140b CBN facility will light rural areas ‘
https://guardian.ng/news/fg-stakeholders-optimistic-n140b-cbn-facility-will-light-rural-areas/
Date of Publication: 13th February, 2022
Guardian Newspaper
‘Nigeria, others exploit renewable primarily for energy access, not transition’
Date of Publication: 2nd February, 2022
SEPTEMBER 2021
Blueprint Newspaper
‘Relief as CBN moves to unlock NGEP with N250bn, create 2m jobs annually’
https://www.blueprint.ng/relief-as-cbn-moves-to-unlock-ngep-with-n250bn-create-2m-jobs-annually/
Date of Publication: 1st September, 2021
AUGUST 2021
ThisDay Newspaper, Nigeria
‘Stakeholders: Central Bank’s N250bn Gas Support Fund to Unlock 206TCF Reserves, Spur Growth’
Date of Publication: 31st August, 2021
Blog Reports:
i. Ethiopia News: https://ethiopia.shafaqna.com/EN/AL/175871
ii. Tanzania News: https://tanzania.shafaqna.com/EN/AL/75243
iii. Latest Nigerian News: https://www.latestnigeriannews.com/p/864408/stakeholders-central-banks-n250bn-gas-support-fund-to-unlock-206tcf-reserves-spu.html
iv. Smile and Mobile (The African Tech Blog): http://smileandmobile.com/2021/08/31/nigeria-stakeholders-central-banks-n250bn-gas-support-fund-to-unlock-206tcf-reserves-spur-growth/
v. First Nigerian TV: https://www.firstnigeriatv.com/firstnigeriatv-news-headlines-tuesday-31-08-2021/All Africa Blog: https://allafrica.com/stories/202108310104.html
vi. Nigeria Currently Blog: http://nigeriacurrently.com/nigeria-stakeholders-central-banks-n250bn-gas-support-fund-to-unlock-206tcf-reserves-spur-growth/
BusinessDay Newspaper, Nigeria
‘Stakeholders call for the domestication of Gas with FG, CBN N250b intervention’
Date of Publication: 30th August, 2021
Blog Reports:
i. Newstral Blog: https://newstral.com/en/article/en/1204933402/stakeholders-call-for-domestication-of-gas-with-fg-cbn-n250b-intervention
ii. Pinfoltd Nigeria: https://pinfoltd.com/ng/2021/08/30/stakeholders-call-for-domestication-of-gas-with-fg-cbn-n250b-intervention/
Leadership, Nigeria
‘Degradation: Nigeria, Others Lose $3.8bn To Erosion, 1m Plants, Animal Species Risk Extinction’
Date of Publication: 27th August, 2021
Blog Reports:
i. Head Topics Nigeria Blog: https://headtopics.com/ng/degradation-nigeria-others-lose-3-8bn-to-erosion-1m-plants-animal-species-risk-extinction-21540803
ii. Shafaqna.com (Nigeria News): http://nigeria.shafaqna.com/EN/NG/865326
The Guardian Newspaper, Nigeria
‘Stakeholders seek domestication of gas resources as price soars’
Date of Publication: 26th August, 2021
Blog Reports:
i. Gist NowNow Blog: https://gistnownow.com/stakeholders-seek-domestication-of-gas-resources-as-price-soars-the-guardian-nigeria-news/
ii. NewsCenter Blog: https://newscenter.com.ng/stakeholders-seek-domestication-of-gas-resources-as-price-soars/
iii. Newsapp.NG Blog: https://newsapp.ng/stakeholders-seek-domestication-of-gas-resources-as-price-soars/
Vanguard Newspaper, Nigeria
‘Stakeholders seek youth inclusion in global biodiversity framework’
Date of Publication: 25th August, 2021
Blog Report:
i. The Green Institute: https://greeninstitute.ng/blog1/2021/8/31/green-digest-youth-inclusion-conservation-and-climate-induced-disasters
ThisDay Newspaper, Nigeria
‘Stakeholders seek youth inclusion in global biodiversity framework’
Date of Publication: 24th August, 2021
BusinessDay Newspaper, Nigeria
‘Global tourism sector may lose $4trn amid COVID-19 pandemic – UN’
Date of Publication: 18th August, 2021
Blog Reports:
i. NewsAPP.NG Blog: https://newsapp.ng/global-tourism-sector-may-lose-4trn-amid-covid-19-pandemic-un/
ii. Naija News Agency Blog: https://naijanewsagency.com/global-tourism-sector-may-lose-4trn-amid-covid-19-pandemic-un/
iii. Headlines.ng Blog: https://headlines.ng/global-tourism-sector-may-lose-4trn-amid-covid-19-pandemic-un/
iv. Reuben Abati Blog: https://www.reubenabati.com.ng/index.php/component/k2/item/32243-global-economy-may-lose-4trn-due-to-covid-19-impact-on-int-l-tourism-un
v. My News Data: https://www.mynewsdata.com/news/861491743544363
MAY 2020
The Guardian, Nigeria
‘Group decries depletion of forest reserves’
https://guardian.ng/property/group-decries-depletion-of-forest-reserves/
Date of Publication: 25th May, 2020
Authority Newspaper, Nigeria
‘Increase Covid-19 palliatives to reduce over exploitation of nature – Expert’
Date of Publication: 10th May, 2020
MARCH 2020
The Guardian, Nigeria
‘Robust economy, financial system critical to reversing nature’s depletion’
Date of Publication: 26th March, 2020
OCTOBER 2018
The Guardian, Nigeria
‘Capital grants, tax holiday critical to renewable energy penetration in Nigeria’
Date of Publication: 10th October, 2018
AUGUST 2018
Politecnico di Milano, Italy
Adedoyin Adeleke Joins the 30 Under 30 Changemakers in Environmental Education
Date of Publication: 27th August, 2018
North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE)
2020 EE 30 Under 30 Changemaker Grant Project: Environmental Education Programme
JULY 2018
Centre for Petroleum, Energy Economics and Law (CPEEL), Ibadan, Nigeria
Adedoyin Adeleke Made the First Solar 40 Under 40 List
http://cpeel.ui.edu.ng/news/adedoyin-adeleke-made-first-solar-40-under-40-list
Date of Publication: 10th July, 2018
Politecnico di Milano, Italy
Adedoyin Adeleke in the 40 Under 40 Solar List 2018
Date of Publication: 11th July, 2018
Authority Newspaper, Nigeria
Renewable energy expert get international recognition
http://authorityngr.com/2018/07/19/renewable-energy-expert-get-international-recognition
Date of Publication: 19th July, 2018
JUNE 2018
Authority Newspaper, Nigeria
Over 300 Africans apply for ISNAD-Africa mentorship
http://authorityngr.com/2018/06/28/over-300-africans-apply-for-isnad-africa-mentorship/
Date of Publication: 28th June, 2018
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