FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
A curated list of questions and answers about the NEWMAP-EIB
Click the following Link to access NEWMAP-IDA Portal: ida.newmap.gov.ng
The acronym “NEWMAP-EIB” stands for Nigeria Climate Adaptation – Erosion & Watershed Project. It is a European Investment Bank assisted Project aimed at addressing the challenges of land degradation and climate change in Nigeria on a multi-dimensional scale.
To contribute to Nigeria’s climate change adaptation and mitigation through watershed management approach for sustainable development.
To promote Nigeria’s resilience to climate change impacts.
The Project is being implemented in 23 States of Nigeria and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
Reducing vulnerability to soil erosion in targeted sub-watersheds.
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NEWMAP-EIB is structured around two key components:
- Infrastructure:Focused on improving livelihoods through the rehabilitation of gullies and other erosion-prone areas.
- Capacity Strengthening: Involving the provision of various forms of capacity-building support to the 23 participating states.
Financier/Lender – European Investment Bank (EIB)
Borrower – Federal Government of Nigeria
Supervising Ministry – Federal Ministry of Environment
Technical Assistant – United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
Project Implementation – Federal Project Management Unit (FPMU)
State Project Management Unit (SPMU)