Building Resilience of Aquatic Communities to Climate Change in Lagos State: Green Mobility,Innovation,Climate Cobenefit

Review and refine scientific analyses and findings
Partnerships for financing of a local project
Partnerships for co-creation of knowledge and research
Knowledge-sharing on a specific topic, method, and/or output

Dr. Toyosi Igejongbo

Senior Lecturer and Consultant

24 Jun | 11:30–11:55
organization
The Federal University of Technology, Akure.
country
Nigeria
Reference: 
CR2-16
Multi-level Governance and Partnerships
Housing and Infrastructure
Research Papers (25-minute session)
Conference room 2 (CR2)

Summary

This study examines green mobility initiatives in Lagos as a strategy for climate mitigation and aquatic ecosystem resilience. Using policy analysis, gray literature, and city-level implementation data, it evaluates reforms led by the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority and Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency. Key measures include the introduction of CNG buses on BRT corridors, emissions monitoring, planned Low Emission Zones, mandatory vehicle emissions testing, and investments in rail and water transport. Findings show that cleaner transport reduces greenhouse gas emissions, improves air quality, and limits pollutant deposition into lagoons, benefiting fisheries-dependent communities. Non-motorised transport investments further enhance public health, economic productivity, and social equity. The study concludes that integrating transport, environmental regulation, and aquatic ecosystem management strengthens urban climate resilience and supports sustainable development in coastal megacities.

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Organization
Country
The Federal University of Technology, Akure.
Nigeria

Session panelists

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Organization
Country
TOYOSI IGEJONGBO
SENIOR LECTURER AND CONSULTANT
The Federal University of Technology, Akure.
Nigeria
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