Nigeria: Environmental Law

In this Q&A guide, we break down the key regulatory bodies, licensing regimes, business models, and fiscal requirements governing the oil and gas industry in Nigeria.

ESG reporting is simply the disclosure of information about operations that relate to environmental, social and governance areas of a business.

"In just days, our planet's population will cross a new threshold. The 8 billionth member of our human family will be born. This milestone puts into perspective what this climate conference is all about.

The recent ICJ Advisory Opinion on climate change obligations has sent shockwaves through legal and policy circles.

From relying on coal energy for food preparation during the ancient times to employing hydrocarbon and hydrogen to fuel cars and provide electricity to meet household and industrial needs in the 21st century, energy has remained a constant feature of economic growth and social welfare.

In Uganda, all businesses, whether owned by nationals or foreigners, are required by law to hold a valid business permit issued by the local government authority in the jurisdiction where the business operates.

In recent times, there has been an increased emphasis on the inclusion of sustainability by business entities, and organisations globally.

In implementing the CCA 2021, the government through the provisions of the Act, clearly acknowledges the importance of public participation and mandates MDAs, and Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) to adopt certain climate mitigation policies in its operations.

The CCA 2021 sets out a compliance framework for climate change obligations for different sectors in the Country including; the Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), public entities, and private entities.