The Ogun State Commissioner for Finance and Chief Economic Adviser to the Ogun State Government, Otunba OlaDapo AbdulRahman Okubadejo, has advocated for sustainable transfer to cleaner energy to maintain global economic stability
Otunba Okubadejo made the call at the 2026 Commonwealth Trade and Investment Summit (CTIS), held at the Mansion House, London, United Kingdom.
The Finance Commissioner who attended the Summit, and took part in a session with the topic, “Pressing Global Challenge of Balancing Energy Security and Decarbonisation,” argued that transition to cleaner energy must be managed carefully to ensure that economic stability is maintained throughout the process
He opined that it was necessary to harmonize immediate energy needs with long-term environmental stewardship, highlighting the delicate equilibrium required to achieve sustainable climate goals without compromising the energy reliability essential for industrial growth.
The Economic Adviser underscored the importance of innovative policy frameworks in navigating the complex global transition.
He reiterated Ogun State’s unwavering commitment to sustainable development through proactive approach to green initiatives, adding that the administration of governor Dapo Abiodun is working towards positioning the State as a hub for investment while also expanding towards the Commonwealth.
Otunba Okubadejo also informed of the the state’s broader economic strategy, which seeks to integrate environmental consciousness into its industrial expansion.
The Finance Commissioner concluded that fostering a green economy is not just an environmental mandate, but a viable pathway for resilient economic growth.
