The Government of Ghana has officially thrown its support behind a bold new climate action initiative led by Queen Nihad Titiaka Oases Ibrahim, Winner of Ghana’s Most Beautiful 2024 and Founder of EcoGreen Oases Legacy. The project, titled “Empowering Communities for Climate Action”, was launched in grand style at the UPSA Auditorium on May 7, 2025, with backing from key government ministries, agencies, and international partners.

The initiative, which focuses on sustainable waste management, afforestation, clean cooking, youth empowerment, and climate justice, was described by officials as a timely and transformative intervention aligned with the national development agenda.

Government Endorsement and Representation

Delivering the keynote address, Hon. Dr. Abdul-Rashid Hassan Pelpuo, Minister for Labour, Jobs & Employment, praised Queen Titiaka’s leadership and affirmed the government’s commitment to partnering with climate advocates like her to create green jobs and reduce environmental vulnerability.

“This project reflects the future we are building under the vision of the John Mahama administration—one of sustainability, inclusion, and opportunity,” the Minister stated. “We are proud to support this young Ghanaian woman who is using her platform not for personal gain but for national transformation.”

The launch also witnessed the presence and endorsement of the representative of Hon. Yusif Sulemana, Deputy Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, ; Prof. Abednego Feehi Okoe Amartey, Former UPSA Vice Chancellor (Chairman of the Occasion). His Royal Majesty Yiram Ajawuleh Okitikata I, Accra Gonja Chief; Hon. Sammi Awuku, MP for Akuapem North; Representatives from Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, Ministry of Lands & Natural Resources, Forestry Commission, EPA, NLA, UPSA, UG-CCReS, GIZ & Ghana European Centre, Vitamilk, the embassies of Spain and India, our partners, development agencies, academia, the media, her family and amazing team.

Empowering Communities for Climate Action

The project, spearheaded by Queen Titiaka through her EcoGreen Oases Legacy platform, comprises five transformative pillars:

1. Waste-to-Wealth upcycling training for youth and women
2. Clean Cookstove Distribution to reduce firewood dependence
3. Afforestation Campaigns with a target of 20,000 trees
4. Construction of a Sustainable School Block in Wombong
5. Support for Vulnerable Communities, including witch camps and orphanages, among others.

“This is not just about trees and stoves,” Queen Titiaka said in her speech. “It’s about dignity, jobs, climate justice, and making environmental protection everyone’s business.”

Impact and Call to Action

The initiative is expected to directly benefit over 2,500 Ghanaians in its first year, especially women, youth, and marginalized groups. The project also aims to contribute to Ghana’s climate targets under the Paris Agreement and support the country’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). With growing national and international support, Queen Titiaka issued a powerful call to action:

“Let’s build a greener, more inclusive Ghana together.”

Hon. Dr. Rashid Pelpuo and senior officials praise the project, “Empowering Communities for Climate Action” as a timely, youth-led solution to Ghana’s environmental challenges.