As climate realities become more pressing from unpredictable rainfall to soil degradation YPARD Nigeria continues to champion youth inclusion in sustainable agriculture and climate governance. With active hubs across the Southwest, Southeast, and Northern regions, YPARD Nigeria members are not just reacting to climate change, they are leading innovative, community-based solutions that address food insecurity, promote regenerative practices, and align with national climate goals.
Ojuoluwa’s participation at the NDC 3.0 forum signals a growing recognition of the value of youth-led initiatives in shaping Nigeria’s climate commitments. Representing a generation of climate-smart thinkers and doers, her voice echoed the need for coordinated policy inclusion, climate financing for youth innovations, and stronger data access for adaptation strategies.
YPARD Nigeria remains committed to ensuring that young professionals are not left out of policy conversations but are strategically positioned as co-creators of climate-resilient agricultural systems in line with Nigeria’s NDC vision.
- Youth engagement in agriculture is critical to achieving climate-resilient food systems.
- Climate-smart and digital innovations by youth can serve both mitigation and adaptation purposes.
- Policy and financing mechanisms must intentionally support youth-led agro-innovation and climate solutions.
1. Climate-Smart Agriculture Adoption
- Promoted organic fertilizer, crop diversification, and agroforestry.
- Result: Youth farmers trained, reducing agro-emissions and increasing resilience.
2. Monthly Youth Cafe:
- Focusing on trending issues in the agricultural space.
- Supports precision agriculture and adaptation in remote farming communities.
3. Climate Awareness & Education
- Established climate clubs in schools with peer-led awareness campaigns.
- Embedded SDGs and NDC education in school programs.
1. Mainstream Youth in NDC Governance
- Include youth-led organisations in the NDC 3.0 coordination and review framework.
2. Establish Youth Green Innovation Funds
- Allocate dedicated climate finance windows for youth in CSA and agri-tech.
3. Promote Local Climate Hubs
- Fund and support youth-led hubs for CSA research, training, and pilot projects.
4. Integrate Climate Literacy Across Sectors
- Embed climate education in school curricula, extension services, and NYSC schemes.
To meet the targets of NDC 3.0 and ensure food security, Nigeria must unlock the power of its youth. YPARD Nigeria calls for intentional collaboration, funding, and policy inclusion to transform agriculture through youth-led climate action.
