Evaluation of Existing Environmental Laws Amenable for Adaptation to Mitigate the Impact of Climate Change in Nigeria

Abstract

It is without gainsaying that climate change is a global challenge, howbeit with multifarious local impacts. Mitigation and adaptation are two pronged strategies for combating climate change identified by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).  However, since impacts of climate change are localised, adaptation is the key strategy proven by scien addressing them. This paper adopts the doctrinal research method. The paper uses majorly primary sources and some secondary sources for information.  The study found that there are no laws on climate change adaptation in the country. To bridge  existing environmental laws which can aid mitigation of climate change impacts especially in the water, agriculture and coastal sectors   were identified and evaluated. It was discovered that unless the laws are publicised and enforced, they will not be able to protect the environment, mitigate the impacts of climate change by reducing vulnerabilities and aid adaptation.