The Community Initiative for Climate Engagement and Development (CICEND) joins the global community in celebrating World Teachers’ Day 2025, under the theme “The Teachers We Need for the Education We Want.”
In a statement issued on Sunday, the Executive Director of CICEND, Isiyaku Ahmed, paid tribute to teachers across Nigeria and beyond for their unwavering commitment to shaping minds and building resilient communities, especially in the face of environmental and social challenges.
“Teachers are not just knowledge bearers; they are the catalysts of sustainable change.
“At CICEND, we recognize their vital role in equipping young people with the skills and values needed to confront the realities of climate change.”
CICEND is using the occasion to call for inclusive climate education in Nigeria’s school curricula, especially in underserved and climate-vulnerable communities.
The organization emphasizes that climate literacy must go beyond science; it must empower students with local knowledge, environmental ethics, and active participation in sustainable practices.
CICEND emphasizes the urgent need to integrate climate education at all levels of learning, from primary to tertiary institutions, and also calls for increased support for teacher training in climate-related content, pedagogy, and locally relevant solutions.
In addition, CICEND advocates for inclusive education that addresses the needs of all learners, including girls, persons with disabilities, and marginalized groups, ensuring their voices are represented in climate discourse.
Strengthening partnerships between schools and communities is also key to fostering practical climate action at the grassroots level.
CICEND reaffirms its commitment to supporting educators through training, community dialogue, and development programs that promote climate awareness, adaptation, and civic responsibility.
“As we celebrate teachers today, let us also equip them with the tools to teach sustainability, nurture critical thinking, and build climate-conscious citizens,” CICEND added.
