The APC Climate Change Network (ACCN), a support group aligned with Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), has pledged its support to Hon. Haruna Shekwolo Ushafa, the party’s chairmanship candidate for the upcoming Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Councils elections in Bwari. Members of the network paid a courtesy visit to Ushafa at his residence in Ushafa, Bwari, on Tuesday, underscoring their commitment to backing his campaign with grassroots mobilization and climate-focused advocacy. Speaking during the visit, ACCN National Coordinator, Citizen Greg Odogwu, said the group was “strongly behind” Ushafa and would support his campaign through the distribution of flyers and the promotion of environmental sustainability principles throughout and beyond the election period. Odogwu described the candidate as “Sustainable Shekwolo,” citing his experience, leadership style, and track record as indicators of his capacity to build climate resilience in Bwari Area Council if elected. “His pedigree, experience, and body language show that he understands the issues and has what it takes to make Bwari climate-resilient,” Odogwu said. In response, Ushafa acknowledged the growing impact of climate change and emphasized the need for urgent action at the grassroots level. He said his team recognizes climate change as a real and pressing challenge, particularly for rural communities whose livelihoods depend heavily on agriculture. “There are many things that must be done to make our Area Council resilient and to improve the lives of our people, especially rural farmers,” Ushafa said. “We can adopt climate-smart agriculture and upgrade agricultural facilities, which will automatically improve livelihoods.” He also highlighted the economic costs of climate change, pointing to erosion and infrastructure degradation as major challenges facing the area council. “When erosion caused by climate change is not controlled, it accelerates the deterioration of roads,” Ushafa noted. “As a result, we incur significant economic losses as an Area Council. We look forward to working closely with your network.” Also speaking at the event, the ACCN Coordinator for Bwari, Hon. Charles Nwokedi, reaffirmed the group’s support for Ushafa, noting that the network has a presence across all wards in Bwari Area Council. “We are solidly behind you,” Nwokedi said. “With our structures across the wards, we are on standby to support your campaign efforts.” The FCT Area Councils elections are expected to be closely watched, with climate resilience and sustainable development emerging as key themes in local governance debates. Background: APC Climate Change Network The APC Climate Change Network is an organized cadre of party members and climate advocates within the APC, formed to elevate environmental issues and climate action within the party’s agenda and outreach strategy. The network describes itself as a coalition of “climate champions” drawn from wards, local governments, and states across Nigeria, aiming to promote awareness of climate change, carbon literacy, and green transitions among party members and constituents. It supports the party’s alignment with national climate policies and the federal government’s climate action and energy transition goals. Since its convening in 2022, the ACCN has engaged in initiatives such as advocating for sector-specific climate action plans within the APC, organizing climate policy dialogues, and endorsing candidates whose platforms emphasize sustainable development. Source: Apexnewsgh.com