Katsina State Governor, Mallam Dikko Umaru Radda, has been invited to deliver a keynote address at Change Now 2026, making him the first Nigeria leader to speak at the World’s second largest platform for sustainable and climate – focused solutions.
The Summit scheduled for March 30 to April 1, 2026, at the Grand Palais in Paris, will gather over 40,000 Countries, including entrepreneurs, policy makers, civil society leaders, and investors.
In a statement by Ibrahim Kaula Mohammed, Chief Press Secretary to the Katsina State Governor stated that the Invitation followed a high – level meeting between Governor Radda and Mr. Santiago Lefebvre, President and Co – Founder of Change Now, at the Organization’s Headquarters in Paris on November 19, 2025. Lefebvre expressed strong interest in supporting Katsina State’s green energy programmes through strategic partnership and International collaboration.
“Governor Radda ‘s leadership in renewable energy and community focused sustainability programmes is exemplary. We are thrilled to welcome him as our first Nigerian Keynote Speaker, reflecting the critical role of regional governments in driving climate solutions,” Lefebvre stated.
The meeting focused on advancing Katrina’s renewable energy agenda and environmental sustainability initiatives, including solar and wind energy projects and large – scale afforestation programmes.
Responding, Governor Radda described the invitation as recognition of Katsina’s commitment to building a sustainable future. “Katsina State is committed to building a sustainable future through renewable energy and environmental stewardship. Our participation at Change Now 2026 is an opportunity to showcase our efforts and collaborate with global partners for greener world, the governor said.”
The Governor keynote address will highlight Katsina’s green transformation initiatives, including the hybridization of the Lambert Rimi Wind Farm with solar energy, deployment of solar plus – battery systems across public institutions, and planned development of the Green Economic Zone.
Change Now 2026 aims to foster ambitious, inclusive action for climate and environmental sustainability, policy makers to accelerate solutions for a greener planet.
Governor Radda was accompanied by his Technical Assistant on Renewable Energy, Engr. Abdulaziz Kabir Abdullahi and Mr. Ma’asum Auwal Jubrin, Change Now’s Country Representative for Nigeria.
