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Alau Dam Flood: 30 Years Later, Maiduguri Faces New Crisis
Maiduguri Faces New Flood Crisis: Alau Dam Collapse Repeats 1994 Disaster Alau Dam Floods Maiduguri Again: 30 Years After 1994 Crisis Nigeria Flood Alert: Alau Dam Breach Displaces Maiduguri Residents BY SHEKWOPEYELO On September 13, 1994, the collapse of Alau Dam in Maiduguri, Borno State, displaced approximately 400,000 people. The dam, with a capacity of…
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WaterAid Partners with RUWASSA to Enhance WASH Services in FCT
WaterAid Partners with RUWASSA to Enhance WASH Services in FCT with 133M Naira Initiative RUWASSA and WaterAid Launch 133M Naira Project to Improve Water and Sanitation in FCT Communities Boosting FCT Water and Sanitation: WaterAid and RUWASSA Invest 133M Naira in Local WASH Services BY SHEKWOPEYELO WaterAid Nigeria and the FCT Rural Water Supply and…
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NEMA Flood Alert: Prepare for Potential Hazards in 7 States
NEMA Flood Alert for Seven States Flood Risks in Nigeria: NEMA’s Urgent Alert Prepare for Floods: NEMA Issues Warning for 7 States BY SHEKWOPEYELO The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has issued a flood alert for seven states in central and southern Nigeria. The states affected are Benue, Kogi, Anambra, Delta, Imo, Rivers, and Bayelsa.…
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Africa Climate Change GDP Loss: Simon Stiell Warns of 5% Reduction
Africa’s GDP Impact from Climate Change Economic Toll of Climate Crisis on Africa Stiell Highlights Climate Change Costs for Africa BY SHEKWOPEYELO Simon Stiell, Executive Secretary of the UNFCCC, has highlighted that Africa is experiencing a 5% GDP loss due to climate change. In his statement on September 5, 2024, Stiell emphasized that addressing the…
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NEC Directs States to Report Flood Damage by September 9
Nigeria Flood Damage ReportsNEC Flood Response DirectivesState Submissions on Flood Impact BY SHEKWOPEYELO ABUJA, September 5, 2024 — The National Economic Council (NEC) has instructed all Nigerian states to submit detailed reports of damage caused by recent flooding by Monday, September 9, 2024. This directive aims to assess the extent of the destruction and plan…
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Global Carbon Dioxide Emissions Reach 54 Billion Tons Annually, Urges Climate Action
Global Carbon Dioxide Emissions Rise Climate Transparency Urgency Climate Change Action 2024 BY SHEKWOPEYELO Ismail Serageldin, Co-Chair of the Board of Trustees at the Nizami Ganjavi International Centre, has raised alarms over the sharp rise in global carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. Speaking at the High-Level Dialogue in Baku, Azerbaijan, Serageldin revealed that CO2 emissions have…
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“Climate Change Solutions Nigeria: Energy Transition Accountability and Sustainable Development”
Addressing Climate Change in Nigeria: Innovative Governance and SolutionsEnergy Transition Accountability: Nigeria’s Commitment to TransparencySustainable Development: The Role of Transparency in Nigeria’s Climate Action BY SHEKWOPEYELOThe Minister of State for Environment, Dr. Iziaq-Adekunle Salako, has emphasized that addressing the challenges of climate change and energy transition requires innovative solutions coupled with a strong commitment to…
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“Hospital Too Far”: The Jatropha Tanjorensis Plant for Malaria and Diabetes Treatment
SEO Riders: BY SHEKWOPEYELO In Nigeria, the Jatropha tanjorensis plant, colloquially known as “Hospital Too Far,” is gaining recognition for its medicinal properties. This flowery plant, often found in gardens and backyards, has been traditionally used to treat malaria, diabetes, and other ailments. During the rainy season, when diseases like malaria and typhoid fever peak…
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Africa Urban Forum 2024: Addressing Urbanization Challenges and Sustainable Solutions
SEO Riders: BY SHEKWOPEYELO The Africa Urban Forum 2024 kicks off from September 4 to 6 in Addis Ababa, focusing on critical issues related to urban growth and sustainability. Hosted under the African Union’s Agenda 2063, the forum will convene stakeholders to strategize on overcoming urbanization challenges, including infrastructure deficits, housing shortages, and climate resilience.…
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Maximize Your Harvest with Companion Planting: Essential Tips for Success
BY SHEKWOPEYELO Companion planting, a technique where different crops are planted close together, can significantly boost garden productivity. This strategy, utilized worldwide, helps with weed suppression, pest control, and maximizing space. Companion planting offers numerous benefits including improved soil health, enhanced pest control, and support for pollination. This method, often used by smallholder farmers in…