Climate Change in Nigeria: The Role of Green Public Administration

Ndukwe, O. and OGBONNAYA, DORCAS (2023) Climate Change in Nigeria: The Role of Green Public Administration. International Academic Journal of Business School Research, 8 (7). pp. 50-65. ISSN 5280-481X

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Abstract

: Climate change is increasingly recognized as an area of concern calling for determined action, as more components of the society are starting to feel its various consequences and the Government of Nigeria also recognizes the need to accelerate the green transition.This article is on Climate Change in Nigeria and the Role of Green Public Administration. The aim is to examine climate change in Nigeria so as to; determineits causes and impacts, some policy measures adopted by the Government for climate change mitigation and adaptation; and the role public administration in climate change management in Nigeria. Weadopted library studies method wherein secondary data were indeptly reviewed. Relying on the theory of change as the theoretical framework, we found thatpublic administration is ideally positioned to lead the transition to a sustainable development model and low carbon-emission economy that is able to tackle and mitigate the impact of climate change as it has a dual role: as a consumer/user and as a policyand decision-maker and infrastructure planner. The paper concludes that the set of policy measures for greening should not be limited to the establishment of rules for the rest of the economy, rather the public sector should demonstrate an example of reasonable consumption, using its influence to convince others of the appropriateness of the changes necessary to reduce the anthropogenic impact of climate change on the environment. The paper recommends that public administration should influence the formulation and implementation of policies which will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve waste management, reduce water consumption,and improve environmental standards in public procurement system.

Item Type: Article
Subjects: H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General)
Divisions: Faculty of Management and Social Sciences
Depositing User: Cynthia Ugwuoti
Date Deposited: 22 May 2025 14:22
Last Modified: 22 May 2025 14:22
URI: http://eprints.gouni.edu.ng/id/eprint/4631

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