NCF to award research grants for environmental sciences

Former Vice President, Prof Yemi Osinbajo will deliver the 23rd Chief S.L Edu Memorial Lecture by the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) scheduled for next week in Lagos.

The yearly lecture equally serves to award grants to two PhD students whose research is in the field of environmental sciences in any Nigerian university. The grant, which is sponsored by Chevron Nigeria Limited, seeks to promote research works in nature conservation, biodiversity preservation, environmental management, and sustainable livelihood. Selection of successful candidates is done through months of rigorous adjudication exercises involving academics, professionals and stakeholders in the fields of conservation.

The lecture, themed “Greening Africa’s Economies: Can Climate Positive Growth Deliver Prosperity?”, reflects the urgency of climate-positive growth to drive sustainable economic development across Africa.

It comes as the flagship advocacy tool of the foundation aimed at bringing pertinent environmental issues to the fore while advocating solutions through renowned speakers. For over two decades, the lecture has provided a platform to address pressing environmental and sustainability issues in Nigeria and beyond. Through renowned speakers, the event has consistently articulated solutions to environmental challenges while promoting sustainable development.

With the growing impact of climate change on economies, livelihoods, and ecosystems, the lecture aims to stimulate discussions on fostering green economies that balance prosperity with environmental responsibility. Osinbajo, who is renowned for his commitment to economic transformation and sustainable development, will highlight pathways for Africa to achieve climate-positive growth while creating prosperity and resilience for its people.

A statement by NCF Media and Communications Manager, Olusomi Oduguwa, said the lecture has achieved significant gains in shaping public opinions and government policies in Nigeria and globally. It has equally supported many researchers in fulfilling research goals and contributing to the body of knowledge across the field of environmental science.