Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has felicitated Ms Tariye Gbadegesin on her new role as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Climate Investment Funds.
Tariye Gbadegesin, a Nigerian-U.S national, has become the first African to be appointed as the CEO of the Climate Investment Funds (CIF). She will assume her new position in March 2024.
CIF was established in 2008 to mobilize concessional finance for low-carbon, climate-resilient development at scale and has sourced more than $64 billion in additional financing to date.
As the world converges for #COP28, I am immensely proud to congratulate Tariye Gbadegesin on her landmark appointment as CEO of the Climate Investment Funds.
Tariye's appointment is not just a personal achievement but also a proud moment for Nigeria.
Her wealth of experience… pic.twitter.com/yLXQqw75qH
— Bola Ahmed Tinubu (@officialABAT) November 30, 2023
The president said via his X handle (formerly known as Twitter) that Tariye’s appointment is not just a personal achievement but signifies a proud moment for Nigeria.
The Nigerian leader affirmed the nation’s support for Gbadegesin, extolling her wealth of experience in climate finance and sustainable infrastructure.
“As the world converges for #COP28 , I am immensely proud to congratulate Tariye Gbadegesin on her landmark appointment as CEO of the Climate Investment Funds.
“Tariye’s appointment is not just a personal achievement but also a proud moment for Nigeria.
“Her wealth of experience in climate finance and sustainable infrastructure places her at the forefront of the global fight against climate change.
“Nigeria stands firmly behind Tariye, supporting her in this significant role. I am confident that her contributions will leave an indelible mark in the global effort to combat climate change as we move towards a greener, more sustainable future.
“Congratulations, Tariye!” the president’s congratulatory message read.
