A programme driving economic growth and climate action.
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We work at the nexus of governance and climate to attract investment, create jobs and improve livelihood.
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Because good governance unlocks climate finance, economic transformation and effective services.
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By building partnerships through a Whole-of-Society approach.
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PACE, implemented by DAI, emerges from a rich legacy of over two decades of governance reform efforts in Nigeria.
It draws on the success and lessons from 4 generations of programmes.
Kaduna, Jigawa and
13 states engaged
engaged
Targeted Reforms
One Issue at a Time
By building issue-based partnerships, addressing core governance challenges, and leveraging research, we ensure impactful interventions.
- 01 Issue Based Coalitions
- 02 Governance Strengthening
- 03 Research, Evidence & Learning
- 04 Strategic Opportunities Fund
Our Activities
Strengthening social contract through fiscal governance
Date: 11th February, 2026
Location: Abuja Continental Hotel, Abuja
State by State
PACE operates in Kaduna, Kano, and Jigawa States, with engagement at the federal and regional levels to influence governance and climate reforms across all 36 states of Nigeria.
Through our Helpdesk, we extend tailored support to non-focal states, sharing lessons, tools, and evidence from our core interventions to strengthen governance and climate action nationwide.
What We Do
Driving Nigeria’s Journey to Accountable and Inclusive Growth
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Strengthening Local Accountability and Citizen Participation
Building on the work of a PACE predecessor programme, PERL, the programme, in collaboration with...
READ MORE →Strengthening Climate Governance
PACE supported the Kaduna State Government to strengthen the institutional and legal foundations for coordinated...
READ MORE →PACE Supports 2024 LG Budget Performance Reports and...
Partnership for Agile Governance and Climate Engagement (PACE), supported the Kaduna State Government to develop...
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The Programme is working with the Office of the Special Advisor to the Governor on...
READ MORE →Kano State Leads Local Action on Climate Change...
FCDO-PACE supported the Kano State government in developing a comprehensive framework that would not only...
READ MORE →Setting The PACE: Stories of Progress and Partnership...
Globally, nations are grappling with economic pressures, evolving geopolitical dynamics, rising conflicts and the accelerating...
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Explore a collection of research, reports, and stories from our work. Our resources highlight progress, evidence, and new thinking on governance, climate action, and growth.
Begin your climate finance journey
Nigeria faces a $17.7 billion annual climate finance gap, yet opportunities abound for states and businesses to unlock transformative funding.
To bridge this gap, the Partnership for Agile Governance and Climate Engagement (PACE) developed this practical guide to help subnational governments and eco-friendly businesses access climate finance. Drawing on over two decades of governance reform experience, PACE provides actionable steps, readiness tools, and insights into 18 priority climate finance sources, positioning you to drive climate-resilient growth.
What Our Stakeholders Say
We cannot build resilient infrastructure, diversify our energy sources, or create an economy that truly benefits people without addressing climate change. This is why climate action is an investment we must make today for our children and the generations to come.
Wale Edun
Honorable Minister of Finance, Federal Republic of Nigeria
The Climate Finance Guide comes at a crucial time when climate-related challenges are worsening conflicts and displacements across the Sahel. Effective coordination of climate finance across local, state, and federal levels is essential to tackle these challenges and unlock new opportunities.
Abubakar Atiku Bagudu
Minister of Budget & Economic Planning, Federal Republic of Nigeria
For Nigeria, COP 30 presents an opportunity to translate global decisions into tangible national benefits, secure finance, technology, and partnerships that support our Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC 3.0), Long-Term Low Emissions Development Strategy (LT-LEDS), and the objectives outlined in our Climate Change Act (2021).
Mrs Omotenioye Majekodunmi
Director General, National Council for Climate Change (NCCC)
Let’s support your governance and reform goals
The PACE Platforms+ provides support to partners across Nigeria seeking guidance on governance, climate action, and inclusive growth. Drawing from PACE's work in Kaduna, Kano, and Jigawa, Platforms+ connects non-focal states and stakeholders to expert advice, research, and tools that inform practical reform and decision-making.
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