The Nigerian Youth Climate Summit (NYCS) 2026
The Nigerian Youth Climate Summit (NYCS) is an unprecedented collection of young leaders, scholars, activists, scientists, policymakers, and industry experts united by a shared vision: to address the climate crisis and drive sustainable development in Nigeria.
Theme: “A Climate Summit for Impact: Learning the Necessary Skills to be Effective Climate Ambassadors and Changemakers”
Our Vision for 2026
To build a generation of empowered Nigerian youths equipped with practical skills, tools, and networks to lead sustainable climate solutions in their communities — from grassroots to national impact.
Our Mission
To decentralize climate knowledge, foster community innovation, and deliver hands-on, skills-based climate training to 300 young Nigerians across the six geopolitical zones of Nigeria through a mobile summit experience.
About the 2026 Summit
The Nigerian Youth Climate Summit (NYCS) 2026 is not just a summit — it’s a mobile national empowerment tour traveling to all six geopolitical zones of Nigeria. Each zonal summit is a two-day intensive training experience designed to equip youth aged 18–35 with the practical green skills and leadership tools they need to become Certified Climate Action Ambassadors in their communities.
Why NYCS 2026 Is Different
- No lectures. No theory alone.
- Real tools, real training, real impact.
- Each region gets localized, hands-on modules tailored to local environmental realities.
- Only 50 participants per zone for personalized learning.
- Post-training support includes seed funding, mentorship, and national alumni access.
Zonal Summit Tour Schedule
| Geopolitical Zone | Host City & State | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Geopolitical Zone:South West | Host City & Stat:Abeokuta, Ogun State | Dates: March 4–5, 2026 |
| Geopolitical Zone:South South | Host City & Stat:Yenagoa, Bayelsa State | Dates: April 1–2, 2026 |
| Geopolitical Zone:South East | Host City & Stat:Enugu, Enugu State | Dates: May 6–7, 2026 |
| Geopolitical Zone:North East | Host City & Stat:Gombe, Gombe State | Dates: June 3–4, 2026 |
| Geopolitical Zone:North West | Host City & Stat:Kano, Kano State | Dates: July 1–2, 2026 |
| Geopolitical Zone:North Central | Host City & Stat:Abuja, FCT | Dates: August 5–6, 2026 |
What You’ll Learn: Seven Core Training Modules
- Understanding Climate Change & Adaptation
- Nature-Based Solutions
- Climate-Resilient Agriculture & Improved Local Seeds
- Waste-to-Wealth & Circular Economy Innovation
- Green Skills & Climate Entrepreneurship
- Community Project Design and Action Planning
- Climate Leadership & Policy Engagement
Benefits for Selected Participants
- Two-Day Fully Sponsored Training
- Certificate of Participation & Climate Ambassador Induction
- Seed Funding Opportunities for Projects
- Access to Mentors & Professional Development
- Entry into the National Youth Climate Alumni Network