The Lagos State Government has announced its 2025 International Climate Change Summit (LICCS), focusing on unlocking sustainable financing and innovative solutions to strengthen Africa's coastal resilience and blue economy.
"Blue Economy, Green Money," aims to position Lagos as Africa's climate leadership hub, unite global and African stakeholders, and catalyze market-driven models for financing coastal adaptation and ocean innovation.
Lagos Summit Champions Ocean Solutions, Blue Economy on Global Stage
Lagos will convene its International Climate Change Summit in November 2025, drawing over 1,200 delegates from Africa and beyond.
Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab announced the drive to transform Lagos from a vulnerable coastal city into Africa's climate capital, with a focus on actionable solutions to address flooding, coastal erosion, and rising sea levels.
Africa's Green Money – Investment Powerhouses Gather in Lagos
Key partners such as Eko Atlantic, International Finance Corporation (IFC), African Development Bank (AfDB), United Nations Development Program (UNDP), and major financiers will collaborate to propel financing, innovation, and youth empowerment for coastal resilience.
High-level panels and technical sessions are set to spotlight green finance, sustainable infrastructure, marine resource development, and job creation for coastal economies.
Blue Capital as Opportunity – Vision for Resilient African Coastlines
The summit aims to inspire bold commitments from investors, policymakers, and innovators.
Positioned ahead of the COP30 climate conference, Lagos seeks to develop market-driven, community-rooted models for adaptation and sustainability, highlighting the blue economy as a catalyst for new economic and ecological growth.
Innovation, Partnerships, and Launchpads for Financing the Blue Economy
Innovation and strategic partnerships are powering Africa's sustainability agenda. Launchpads like Eko Atlantic drive marine innovation, while NIMASA, IFC, AfDB, and UNDP mobilise funding and technical expertise for both blue and green solutions.
Technical sessions, youth research, and progressive policies from the Federal and Lagos State governments will set the stage for climate entrepreneurs and bold adaptation reform.
Path Forward – From Coastal Challenge to Leadership Platform—Impact and Next Steps
Lagos is redefining coastal resilience by transforming vulnerability into a vision for leadership. By convening this summit, the city positions itself as Africa's living laboratory for the blue economy, catalysing collaboration with NIMASA, Eko Atlantic, and top global agencies.
This bold model is set to inspire policy reforms and unlock investment across Africa, making Lagos a reference point for climate action.
