Author: sharma
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WRI Study Highlights High Returns on Climate Adaptation Investments
SEO Riders: – Economic Benefits of Climate Adaptation Investments – WRI Advocates for Increased Adaptation Financing – Integrating Climate Risk into Investment Decisions A recent study by the World Resources Institute (WRI) underscores the economic benefits of investing in climate adaptation. The research indicates that for every dollar invested in adaptation measures—such as early warning…
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Lagos State Enforces Zero Tolerance on Environmental Infractions Ahead of Sallah
SEO Riders: – Lagos State Environmental Enforcement Measures – Proper Waste Disposal Guidelines for Sallah – Penalties for Environmental Offenses in Lagos The Lagos State Government has reiterated its zero-tolerance stance on environmental infractions, particularly in anticipation of increased waste generation during the upcoming Sallah festivities. Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab,…
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NEPL/Seplat JV Empowers Edo Community with Solar Energy and Youth Innovation
SEO Riders: – NEPL/Seplat JV Solar Mini-Grid Powers Edo Community – Youth Empowerment through Solar Energy Training in Nigeria – Sustainable Development Initiatives in Edo State The NEPL/Seplat Joint Venture (JV) has launched a series of sustainability initiatives in Ologbo N’ugu, Orhionmwon Local Government Area of Edo State. These include the commissioning of an 18.45KWP…
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Denmark and AAPW Launch Climate Resilience Project in Niger Delta Communities
SEO Riders: – Denmark Partners with Nigerian NGO for Climate Adaptation in Niger Delta – Sustainable Development Initiatives in Bayelsa and Delta States – Empowering Local Communities through Green and Blue Economies The Embassy of Denmark in Nigeria, in collaboration with Academic Associate PeaceWorks (AAPW), has initiated a two-year climate adaptation project targeting four vulnerable…
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Health Crisis Deepens for Nigerian Flood Victims Amid IDP Camp Struggles
SEO Riders: – Nigerian Floods Expose Health Risks in IDP Camps – Calls for Improved Disaster Preparedness in Niger State – Waterborne Disease Outbreaks Threaten Displaced Populations The Citizens Free Service Forum (CFSF) and the Renevlyn Development Initiative (RDI) have raised concerns over the deteriorating health conditions in internally displaced persons (IDP) camps, particularly following…
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GEF Launches $8.7M Climate Resilience Project in Ubangi River Basin
SEO Riders: – GEF Funds Climate Resilience in Ubangi River Basin – Cross-Border Initiative Enhances Water Resource Management – Protecting Biodiversity in the Congo River Tributaries The Global Environment Facility (GEF) has approved an $8.7 million initiative to enhance climate resilience in the Ubangi River Basin, shared by the Central African Republic (CAR) and the…
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Niger State Government Refutes Dam Failure Claims in Mokwa Flood Disaster
SEO Riders: – Niger State Denies Dam Collapse in Mokwa Flood Incident – Heavy Rainfall, Not Dam Failure, Blamed for Mokwa Flooding – Calls for Enhanced Flood Management in Niger State The Niger State Government has officially dismissed allegations that the recent catastrophic flooding in Mokwa was caused by the collapse of a nearby dam.…
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Corruption: Reps Task Tinubu on Fiscal Reforms, Vow End to Fuel Subsidy Scams
By Oladosu Adebola Oluwaseun …There’ll never be anything again like a fuel subsidy scam in Nigeria – Rep. Salam The House of Representatives on Tuesday underscored the need for the implementation of fiscal reforms aimed at ending endemic corruption at all levels of governance in the country.Chairman, House Committee on Public Accounts, Rep. Bamidele Salam…
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FG Reiterates Commitment to Creating Favorable Business Environment for Private Sector Growth
By Oladosu Adebola Oluwaseun The administration’s belief that a conducive atmosphere for innovation, transparency, and capital investment is paramount for national prosperity. This reaffirmation of commitment comes at a crucial juncture for Nigeria, as it navigates various economic reforms and seeks to attract both domestic and foreign investment to stimulate growth.The central event precipitating this…
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Nigeria Introduces Executive Order to Enhance Upstream Oil Sector Efficiency and Investment
SEO Riders: – Nigeria’s Upstream Petroleum Operations Cost Efficiency Incentives Order 2025 – Performance-Based Tax Incentives in Nigeria’s Oil Sector – Enhancing Investment in Nigeria’s Upstream Oil and Gas Industry On June 2, 2025, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu signed the Upstream Petroleum Operations Cost Efficiency Incentives Order (2025), aiming to reduce operational costs and boost…