Author: sharma
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Study Links Informal Lead-Gold Mining to Widespread Poisoning in Nigeria
SEO Riders: – Lead poisoning from mining in Nigeria – Informal gold mining health risks – Artisanal mining and environmental contamination A recent study has found that informal lead-gold mining activities in Nigeria are causing severe environmental and public health risks, particularly among children. Researchers warn that unregulated artisanal mining in regions like Zamfara and…
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South African Mining Communities Demand Community-Led Energy Transition
SEO Riders: – South African mining communities advocate for inclusive, community-led energy transition South African mining communities are advocating for a community-led approach to the country’s energy transition, emphasizing the need for inclusive and socially owned renewable energy initiatives. The Sekhukhune Combined Mining Affected Communities (SCMAC) in Burgersfort, Limpopo, proposes a cooperative model to establish…
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World Bank’s Economic Policies and Nigeria’s Path to Rebirth
SEO Riders: – World Bank’s role in Nigeria’s economic reform – Nigeria’s pathway to sustainable economic development – Fiscal policy and inclusive growth in Nigeria Experts have emphasized the pivotal role of World Bank policies in reshaping Nigeria’s economy. By aligning fiscal reforms, inclusive growth strategies, and sustainable development goals, stakeholders believe the nation can…
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Africa Faces Record Heat in 2024 Amid Climate Extremes
SEO Riders: – Climate change in Africa 2024 – Record heat and extreme weather in Africa – Africa’s urgent need for climate adaptation strategies According to the latest State of the Climate in Africa report, 2024 was the warmest year on record for the continent, marked by devastating floods, prolonged droughts, and food insecurity. Rising…
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WMO Warns of Escalating Climate Impacts Across Africa
SEO Riders: – Africa climate change warning 2024 – WMO urges investment in climate resilience – Heatwaves and droughts in Africa The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has warned that Africa is experiencing increasingly severe climate impacts, including heatwaves, floods, and droughts. The agency called for urgent investment in climate resilience and improved early warning systems…
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FG Begins Overhaul of Power Distribution Firms with AEDC, IBEDC
SEO Riders: – Power sector reform in Nigeria – AEDC and IBEDC electricity upgrade – FG, World Bank support power overhaul The Federal Government has initiated the reform of Nigeria’s power distribution sector, starting with Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) and Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC). This overhaul, supported by the World Bank, aims to…
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ACReSAL Kicks Off Week-Long Strategic Retreat in Lagos
SEO Riders: – ACReSAL Lagos retreat 2025 – Environmental resilience in Nigeria – Land restoration and climate action strategies The Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) project has launched a week-long retreat in Lagos aimed at evaluating progress, strengthening strategies, and enhancing collaboration among stakeholders. The retreat brings together key players in environmental sustainability and…
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Unleashing the Power of Pension Assets: A Strategic Imperative for Nigeria’s Economic Transformation
By Oladosu Adebola Oluwaseun The Federal Government of Nigeria has issued a compelling call to action, urging a strategic and purposeful deployment of the nation’s burgeoning pension assets to serve as a potent catalyst for accelerated national development. Recognizing the pension industry as a pivotal engine for long-term economic expansion, the government underscored the imperative…
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EU Commits Over €300 Million to Development Projects in Nigeria’s Northwest and Northeast
SEO Riders: EU allocates over €300 million for development projects in Nigeria’s Northwest and Northeast* European Union’s Global Gateway strategy supports education, energy, and healthcare in Nigeria – EU initiatives aim to bolster social protection and agricultural resilience in Northern Nigeria The European Union (EU) has pledged more than €300 million to support a range…
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African Civil Society and Unions Urge Reversal of Utility Privatisations
SEO Riders: At a recent regional meeting in Abuja, trade unions and civil society organizations from Nigeria, Kenya, and Uganda called on African governments to reverse existing privatisations in the water, electricity, and waste sectors. They also urged a halt to ongoing or planned discussions on the privatisation of public assets. The meeting, convened by…