Prof.Yemi Osinbajo, former Vice President of Nigeria, has been elected President of the Board of Trustees (BOT) of the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF).

In his acceptance speech at the Foundation’s 37th Annual General Meeting in Lagos, he emphasized the need for stronger environmental conservation and climate action.Osinbajo praised the founding fathers of the NCF, including President Emeritus Chief Philip Asiodu and late Chief S.L.Edu, for laying the groundwork for Nigeria’s environmental movement.

He highlighted the visible impacts of climate change in Nigeria, such as flooding and rising temperatures, and noted global trends like Europe’s extreme heat.Despite challenges, he remains optimistic about leveraging technology and innovation to address environmental issues.

Osinbajo reaffirmed the NCF’s role as Nigeria’s leading NGO in conservation and pledged to deepen collaboration with stakeholders to ensure a sustainable future.His commitment includes strengthening the Foundation’s leadership in biodiversity conservation and environmental sustainability.