In a bold move to combat the climate crisis through innovation, Netzence Sustainability Limited has officially unveiled the Netzence Innovation Centre in Abuja, Nigeria.
The new GreenTech accelerator hub is poised to become a central force in fostering sustainable solutions to the urgent challenges posed by climate change.
Founded by Nigerian tech visionary Dr. Sadiq Sani, the centre is designed to serve as a collaborative space where young innovators, entrepreneurs, researchers, and stakeholders from various sectors can converge to develop scalable, tech-driven climate solutions.
With state-of-the-art research labs, co-working spaces, and incubation facilities for green startups, the centre is expected to play a transformative role in Nigeria’s environmental and economic future.
Speaking at the inauguration, Dr. Sani emphasized the gravity of the climate crisis, calling it “an existential threat” that demands urgent, unified action.
He stressed the need for practical innovation, noting, “Climate change is not just an environmental issue—it’s a call to action for humanity.
This centre will empower the next generation of change-makers with the tools, resources, and network to lead the transition to a net-zero future.”
The Abuja-based GreenTech accelerator aims to be more than just a hub for startups—it envisions itself as a national and continental ecosystem that connects governments, private enterprises, academia, and civil society. By promoting cross-sector collaboration, it hopes to co-create climate solutions that are not only locally relevant but globally impactful.
Dr. Sani also pointed out the socio-economic benefits of investing in green innovation. “By supporting young minds and giving them the space to innovate, we are tackling climate change while also generating opportunities for jobs, economic growth, and inclusive development,” he said.
The establishment of the Netzence Innovation Centre comes at a crucial time, as Nigeria and many other African countries continue to face the harsh realities of global warming—ranging from desertification and flooding to food insecurity and displacement.
As the climate emergency grows, initiatives like this in Abuja mark a hopeful shift toward homegrown solutions, blending technology, youth empowerment, and sustainability to drive real-world impact.
