Author: sharma
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Tinubu Commissions “MT Iyaloja (Lagos)” — WAGL’s New 40,000 CBM LPG Carrier
SEO Riders: – WAGL strengthens LPG fleet with new 40,000 CBM vessel – Tinubu backs expansion of Nigeria’s clean energy infrastructure – NNPC–Sahara JV boosts affordability and accessibility of LPG President Bola Tinubu has officially commissioned a new 40,000 cubic metre (CBM) Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) vessel named MT Iyaloja (Lagos) in Ulsan, South Korea.…
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Lagos Deploys Groynes and Nature-Based Solutions to Shield Coastal Highway from Ocean Erosion
SEO Riders: – Lagos advances coastal defense with groyne engineering – ₦3 trillion needed for shoreline protection via PPP – Dutch-inspired erosion control to safeguard coastal communities The Lagos State Government has stepped up efforts to protect its vulnerable shoreline and coastal infrastructure—including the Lagos–Calabar Highway—by expanding the deployment of groyne technology, rigid hydraulic structures…
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FG Reaffirms Commitment to Eliminating Ozone-Depleting Substances via Montreal Protocol
SEO Riders: – Nigeria accelerates HCFC phase-out under Montreal Protocol – Government pushes for ozone-friendly manufacturing policies – Stage-Three HCFC elimination drives clean cooling and green jobs Nigeria is advancing its environmental leadership by reaffirming its commitment to eliminating ozone-depleting substances (ODS) under the Montreal Protocol. Speaking during the commissioning of an ozone- and climate-friendly…
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Oil Market Imbalance Deepens as Global Supply Surpasses Demand Growth
SEO Riders: The international oil market is heading toward a growing imbalance as supply levels continue to outpace demand growth, raising concerns among industry stakeholders. According to market analysts, production increases from major oil-exporting nations coupled with slowing global consumption trends could destabilize prices in the coming months. Experts warn that the widening gap between…
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NiMet Forecasts Widespread Rain and Thunderstorms Across Nigeria for Three Days
SEO Riders: – NiMet issues three-day rain and thunderstorm alert for Nigeria – Nationwide flood risk as thunderstorms span north, central, and south – NiMet advises public to avoid heavy rain driving, secure loose objects The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a three-day forecast predicting rain and thunderstorms nationwide. Moderate morning showers are expected…
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Sokoto, Kebbi & Zamfara Ramp Up Disaster Preparedness Amid Persistent Downpours
SEO Riders: – North-west states intensify flood mitigation efforts – NEMA urges stronger disaster risk reduction across Sokoto, Kebbi, Zamfara Local authorities in these states are strengthening responses by improving early warning systems, mobilizing traditional leaders, and coordinating with state emergency management committees. These efforts aim to stabilize flood-prone zones and improve readiness ahead of…
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Poaching Declines, But Drought and Fragmented Habitats Are Undermining Rhino Recovery, Report Warns
SEO Riders: – Rhino poaching rates fall as climate and land threats rise – New global rhino status shows stalling recovery amid drought stress – Conservation challenges shift from horns to habitat resilience A comprehensive conservation status report, African and Asian Rhinoceroses – Status, Conservation and Trade, highlights a promising drop in African rhino poaching…
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AfDB Commits $40 Million to Ignite Alliance for Green Infrastructure in Africa
SEO Riders: The African Development Bank (AfDB) has injected a strategic $40 million in blended capital–comprising $20 million in grants, $10 million in commercial equity, and $10 million in junior equity from its Sustainable Energy Fund for Africa—into the Alliance for Green Infrastructure in Africa – Project Development Fund (AGIA-PD). This contribution marks the initial…
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ACReSAL Teams Up with Local NGO to Promote Improved Waste Disposal Practices in Yobe
SEO Riders: – Yobe ACReSAL partners with NGO to tackle waste challenges – Community-based waste management under ACReSAL framework – Northern Nigeria waste disposal reform through collaboration The Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) initiative in Yobe State has entered into a partnership with a local non-governmental organization to strengthen proper waste disposal practices within…
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Tinubu Sanctions ₦16.7 Billion for Urgent Rebuild of Flood-Destroyed Mokwa Bridge
SEO Riders: – Tinubu approves ₦16.7B for Mokwa Bridge reconstruction – Flood relief: Mokwa’s 10-span bridge set for immediate rebuild – Federal response highlights swift infrastructure restoration after May disaster Following the devastating floods in May that obliterated Mokwa Bridge in Niger State, President Bola Tinubu has swiftly approved ₦16.7 billion for its immediate reconstruction.…