Osun State has climbed from 30th to 6th position in the 2nd Edition of the Subnational Climate Governance Performance Ranking Report released by the Federal Government of Nigeria with support from the Society for Planet and Prosperity, SPP.

Announcing the achievement in a statement issued by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, on Tuesday, Governor Adeleke described it as a reflection of the state’s renewed commitment to climate action and sustainable development.

He also noted that it represents a significant milestone in environmental governance.

According to the report, “the ranking assesses how Nigerian states are implementing climate policies, strengthening institutional frameworks, and driving local climate action.

“It serves as a national benchmark for accountability, innovation, and collaboration toward achieving a sustainable future.”

In the 2025 edition, Osun State secured a total score of 265, marking a major leap from 30th position in 2024 to 6th overall, and emerging as the second-best performing state in the South-West region after Lagos State.

Governor Adeleke’s administration was credited with integrating climate change, renewable energy, and environmental sustainability as core pillars of governance and economic growth in the state.

The statement said, “the government has introduced several initiatives to strengthen local climate response, including increased budgetary allocation for climate projects, the establishment of a Department of Climate Change and Renewable Energy, and the integration of environmental education into schools.

“Other actions highlighted include the monitoring of climate-related projects across local governments, regular capacity-building sessions for officers, and enhanced coordination with national and international agencies.

“The state also ranked high in online visibility for climate change governance, demonstrating transparency and growing public engagement in environmental programmes.”

At the unveiling ceremony held in Abuja, the Osun State delegation, led by the Commissioner for Environment and Sanitation, Adejoorin Mayowa Adeniyi, received the award on behalf of the state government.

In his remarks, Adejoorin dedicated the achievement to the people of Osun State and Governor Adeleke, commending the governor’s “unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability and climate action.”

Special recognition was also given to Professor Chinwe Obuaku-Igwe, the Director-General and Special Envoy of the Governor on Climate Change and Renewable Energy, for her “leadership and strategic coordination in driving Osun’s progress in national climate governance.”

The statement reaffirmed “the state government’s commitment to advancing renewable energy, circular economy initiatives, and sustainable development programmes to build a greener, cleaner, and more resilient Osun for future generations.”

Osun State rises from 30th to 6th in National Climate Governance Ranking