Kwara Rated High on climate Governance in Nigeria

Kwara ranked 5th in a shortlist of just 12 states with 84.85% in climate governance.

The rating is contained in a report by Statisense dated October 2026. This rating affirmed Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq’s deliberate investment in climate action towards actualising the Sustainable Development Goals.

Katsina State emerged at the top position with 96.97%, but Kwara notably led the chart for the North Central region.

Since Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq assumed office in 2019, there has been renewed commitment of government to environmental sustainability as well as climate resilience and governance.

Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, is recognised as one of the cleanest cities in the country, with state authorities constantly monitoring environmental activities including the clearing of drainages and canals to manage flooding issues.

The state has also built green gardens, embarked on ambitious tree planting initiatives, and water interventions to strengthen resilience against droughts and other climate challenges.

This recognition reaffirmed Kwara as one of the model states for climate governance and environmental sustainability in the country.