Nigeria's 36 states are set to participate in the third edition of the Subnational Climate Governance Performance Ranking on October 8, 2026, in Abuja. The event is organized by the Department of Climate Change (DCC) of the Federal Ministry of Environment and the Society for Planet and Prosperity (SPP). This ranking has become a key platform for tracking how states are building institutions and policies to respond to climate change since its launch in 2024.
The third edition, SCGPR 3.0, introduces a strengthened framework with a greater emphasis on the implementation of climate projects. The assessment covers five areas: climate governance and institutional arrangements, policies and action plans, project implementation, climate finance, and online visibility of climate initiatives. This change reflects the need to move beyond policies on paper to actual implementation backed by institutions, resources, and data.
The ranking provides a common framework for assessing climate governance, identifying gaps, and encouraging accountability. The first edition laid the foundation, the second expanded comparative analysis, and the third edition is expected to provide an updated picture of climate governance. It will guide where technical and financial support is most needed to help states strengthen their climate governance.
The event will bring together Commissioners for Environment, Directors of Climate Change, and Desk Officers from the 36 states. Representatives of federal ministries, development partners, climate finance institutions, private sector, and civil society groups will also attend. The Minister of Environment, Malam Balarabe Lawal, is expected to lead the launch.
The Subnational Climate Governance Performance Ranking has become a significant platform for tracking climate governance in Nigeria. By assessing states' performance, it aims to stimulate discussion on how state governments can strengthen institutions and translate climate commitments into action. This will help Nigeria's states to improve their response to climate change.
The latest edition of the ranking will provide insights into the progress made by states in implementing climate projects and their level of climate governance. This information will be useful for identifying areas that require technical and financial support. It will also encourage states to prioritize climate governance and take concrete actions to address climate change.
The third edition of the Subnational Climate Governance Performance Ranking is expected to have a significant impact on climate governance in Nigeria. By emphasizing implementation and providing a framework for assessment, it will help states to improve their climate governance and contribute to Nigeria's overall response to climate change.
Key points
- The third edition of the Subnational Climate Governance Performance Ranking will take place on October 8, 2026, in Abuja.
- The ranking assesses states' performance in five areas: climate governance and institutional arrangements, policies and action plans, project implementation, climate finance, and online visibility of climate initiatives.
- The event aims to stimulate discussion on how state governments can strengthen institutions and translate climate commitments into action.
