Osun Climate Awareness Walk: Extreme Weather Events, Rising Sea Levels Are Critical Threats To Human – Ojuoluwa.
Mosope Kehinde
A new international report on the intensifying impacts of climate change has called for immediate action to avoid catastrophic consequences.
The Project Team Lead, Climate Justice Youth Ambassador, Mr. Oluwatobiloba Ojuoluwa made this known during an Osun Climate Awareness Walk in Osogbo, the state capital.
Mr. Ojuoluwa explained that a study by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, IPCC, has warned on accelerating global warming, extreme weather events, and rising sea levels as critical threats to human and environmental systems.
He said the effect of climate change necessitated the need to create awareness and enlighten the people of Osun state on the need to stop indiscriminate dumping of refuse and deforestation.
Addressing the gathering, the District Governor, Rotary Club International, District 9126, Mr. Kayode Olowolagba said there is urgent need for government at all levels to prioritize climate action over short-term economic interests.
In an interview, Senior Researcher and Climate Advocate, Dr. Olanike Ogunsakin pointed out that human activities are driving unprecedented changes to the climate system, stressing the need to act collectively and decisively to mitigate emissions and adapt to the changes already underway.
Dr. Olanike Ogunsakin highlighted essential strategies to prevent the worst climate change to include the need for transitioning to renewable energy, protect natural ecosystems, and investing in sustainable infrastructure as well as increased international cooperation and financial support for developing countries to adapt to climate impacts.
