Effective communication crucial to tackling effects of climate change – FG

The Federal Government has emphasised the relevance of effective communication in the efforts to tackle the effects of climate change.
Malam Idris Mohammed, Minister of Information and National Orientation, who stated this position on Thursday in Keffi, explained that proper and timely dissemination of information on climate would help communities to build resilience.
He spoke at an International Conference on Communication and Development in Africa organised by the Institute of Strategic National Development Communication of Nasarawa State University, Keffi.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), reports that the conference, whose theme is “Communication, Climate Change and Resilience in Africa”, was organised in collaboration with the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR).
The minister, who was represented by Mr Salihu Dambos, Director-General, Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), said that effective communication would enlighten people on gradual symptoms and impacts of climate change.
“Everybody needs some level of training in order to communicate properly and NIPR is doing well in that respect by ensuring their members are inducted and receive certain training before they practice,” he said.
Mohammed said that the conference was apt, given the challenges many communities were facing due to climate change.
“Proper and timely dissemination of information about climate change will help people to seek out proactive measures.
“This conference is coming at a crucial time in our nation’s history as we face the challenges posed by climate change and the urgent need to build resilience in our communities.
“It is imperative that we recognise the importance of effective communication in addressing the impact of climate change on food security, health and socio-economic development.(NAN)