**Lagos Calls for Global Partnerships to Tackle Climate Change and Rising Sea Levels**
The Lagos State Government has called for stronger collaboration between vulnerable cities and international institutions in addressing the growing impact of climate change and global warming.
The Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, made the appeal while speaking as a panellist at the 2nd Berlin Climate Mobility Forum 2026 held in Berlin, Germany.
Speaking on the theme “Protecting Rights in the Face of Sea Level Rise,” Wahab stressed that climate-vulnerable cities require more than verbal commitments from developed nations, urging increased climate financing and practical support to tackle real environmental challenges.
He noted that the West must demonstrate stronger commitment to climate funding, not only for coastal cities but also for developing regions facing severe climate risks, particularly across the Global South.
According to him, financing and the effective flow of funds remain critical in addressing the realities of climate change, especially in areas experiencing rising sea levels and flooding.
Wahab also called for the formation of broader international coalitions, improved localised climate financing, technology transfer, and direct partnerships between vulnerable cities and global institutions.
He emphasized the need for advanced support in areas such as flood modelling, coastal engineering, and climate adaptation technologies, while encouraging knowledge sharing among cities facing similar environmental threats.
The commissioner joined other global leaders at the forum, including the Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, Dr. Terrance Drew; Vice President of the Maldives, Uz Hussain Mohammed Lateef; Ghana’s Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability, Seidu Issifu; and representatives from Cabo Verde and the Italian city of Livorno.
Wahab noted that climate change remains a shared global challenge, warning that coastal cities around the world face a common and existential threat from rising sea levels and extreme weather events.
He stressed that climate crisis knows no borders and requires collective action from both developed and developing nations to mitigate its impact.
The commissioner reiterated that Lagos is prepared to take a leading role in climate action but emphasized that success would depend on strong global cooperation and support.
“Lagos is ready to lead, but we cannot do it alone,” he said.