Category: Climate Change

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…

SEO Riders: – PACE program enhances climate resilience in Nigeria – Bridge That Gap Initiative’s role in climate action The Kaduna State Government, in collaboration with the non-governmental organization Bridge That Gap Initiative, is mobilizing stakeholders to address climate change through a comprehensive “whole-of-society” approach. This initiative is part of the Partnership for Agile Governance…

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…

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…

SEO Riders: – Air pollution from climate change poses additional threats to maternal health Climate change is increasingly recognized as a significant threat to maternal health in Nigeria. Rising temperatures, especially those exceeding 25°C, have been linked to heightened risks of pregnancy complications, including miscarriages, preterm births, and low birth weights. Dr. Imam Wada Bello,…

By Oladosu Adebola Oluwaseun The Federal Government of Nigeria has emphatically reaffirmed its unwavering dedication to cultivating a more conducive investment environment, built upon the bedrock of macroeconomic stability, far-reaching structural reforms, and a clearly defined trajectory towards inclusive prosperity for all its citizens. This resolute commitment was articulated by the Honourable Minister of Finance…

By Oladosu Adebola At the 2025 UN meetings, Nigeria strategically positioned itself at the forefront of global efforts towards enhanced tax transparency and climate action, notably through a bilateral engagement with Norway. Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Finance, championed these critical agendas in discussions with Ms. Stine Renate Håheim, Norway’s Deputy Minister…

– Australia’s climate policy under scrutiny after re-election – Pacific voices push for fossil fuel phase-out ‐ Renewable targets clash with coal, gas exports Climate activists are urging re-elected Australian PM Anthony Albanese to stop new coal and gas projects and accelerate the country’s shift to renewables. Despite a pledge to get 82% of electricity…

– Malaria cases in Pakistan soar due to climate impacts – WHO reports over 2 million malaria cases annually – Floods and climate change exacerbate public health crisis The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that climate change is fueling a surge in malaria cases in Pakistan, with over 2 million cases reported annually. The…

– China commits to comprehensive emissions plan covering all sectors – Xi reaffirms climate leadership amid global political shifts – Experts await details on China’s updated climate targets At a recent high-level virtual climate summit, Chinese President Xi Jinping reaffirmed China’s commitment to climate action, announcing plans to develop a comprehensive emissions reduction strategy encompassing…