Author: sharma
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Government Urged to Support Media Through Tax Reliefs and Independent Journalism Fund
SEO Riders: – Media sustainability: call for tax relief on newsprint and digital tools – Policy parallels drawn with South Africa, US, and Canada media support models Mr. Femi Soneye, former Chief Corporate Communications Officer at NNPC Ltd, appealed to the Federal Government to bolster media sustainability by offering tax incentives and import duty waivers…
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South African Hawks Dismantle Transnational Rhino Horn Syndicate After 7-Year Probe
SEO Riders: – Syndicate trafficked 964 rhino horns, fraudulently exploiting legal permits – Strong enforcement signals resurgent resolve against wildlife crime South African authorities have marked a significant victory against wildlife crime, arresting six individuals—aged between 49 and 84—in connection with a sophisticated rhino horn trafficking syndicate. This breakthrough follows a seven-year investigation by the…
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Attacks on Aid Workers Hit Record High on World Humanitarian Day
SEO Riders: – Nearly half of killed aid workers died in Gaza amid intensifying conflicts – UN and partners demand urgent protection, accountability, and adherence to humanitarian law On World Humanitarian Day, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) revealed a staggering 383 humanitarian workers were killed in 2024—marking the deadliest…
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German Officials’ Cars Emit More Than Citizens’, Study Finds
SEO Riders: A recent analysis by Environmental Action Germany (DUH) reveals that the official cars of German political leaders often emit more CO₂ than the average citizen’s vehicle, calling into question their commitment to climate targets. The study found that among 238 top officials assessed, just 87 use electric vehicles, with the rest relying on…
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MEMAN Urges Rapid Action to Accelerate Electric Vehicle Adoption in Nigeria
SEO Riders: During the “Accelerating Electric Mobility Adoption in Nigeria by Unlocking Downstream Potential” webinar, the Major Energy Marketers Association of Nigeria (MEMAN) spotlighted the urgent need to scale up electric vehicle (EV) adoption. Dr. Mukaila Oseni of the NMDPRA highlighted key barriers: inadequate charging infrastructure, intermittent power supply, steep vehicle prices, and limited awareness.…
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Heirs Energies CEO Urges Africa to Shape Its Energy Future with Integrated Solutions
SEO Riders: At the 2024 African Energy Week in Cape Town, Osa Igiehon, CEO of Heirs Energies, delivered a compelling vision for Africa’s energy trajectory. He posited that the continent’s future shouldn’t hinge on choosing between traditional fuels and renewables, but rather on harmonizing both through a pioneering “AND strategy”—a model that blends hydrocarbon strengths…
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70 Years of Data Show Adaptation Measures Have Slashed Europe’s Flood Losses and Fatalities
SEO Riders: – Adaptation efforts have halved Europe’s flood fatalities – Europe counters climate-driven flood risks with effective preparedness A landmark attribution study from the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) has revealed that flood adaptation measures in Europe—ranging from private preparedness and early-warning systems to infrastructural upgrades—have collectively cut economic losses by 63%…
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Zambia’s NAP Expo 2025 Calls for Urgent Climate Adaptation Finance and AI-Driven Solutions
SEO Riders: – Zambia hosts NAP Expo 2025 urging stronger climate adaptation funding – UNFCCC highlights $300B annual need for adaptation by 2030 – Innovation spotlight: AI tools harnessed to boost National Adaptation Plans The United Nations Climate Adaptation Expo (NAP Expo 2025) concluded in Lusaka, Zambia—with around 400 participants from over 80 countries—sending a…
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Campaigners Demand TotalEnergies Exit Africa Amid Allegations of Exploitation
SEO Riders: Environmental and community campaigners across Africa are urging TotalEnergies to pull out from the continent, accusing the company of exploiting resources, harming ecosystems, and suppressing dissent. A series of protests—from petition deliveries in parliament to pickets at petrol stations—highlight mounting frustration with the oil giant’s projects, particularly the East African Crude Oil Pipeline…
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Eight Nigerians Among 664 Experts Appointed to IPCC’s Seventh Assessment Report (AR7)
SEO Riders: – Nigeria represented in elite global IPCC author team – IPCC expands diversity: 51% from developing nations – AR7 author selection boosts African scientific inclusion A historic announcement by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) confirmed that 664 experts from 111 countries have been appointed as Coordinating Lead Authors, Lead Authors, and…