Category: Environment

SEO Riders: – Minister Lawal emphasizes forests’ role in climate mitigation and biodiversity On May 7, 2025, Nigeria’s Minister of Environment, Malam Balarabe Lawal, underscored the critical importance of forests in enhancing the nation’s climate resilience. Speaking at the 2025 Ministerial Press Briefing in Abuja, he highlighted forests’ roles in biodiversity conservation, water cycle regulation,…

The National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency (NOSDRA) has reaffirmed its commitment to partnering with civil society organizations (CSOs) to bolster environmental response mechanisms in Nigeria. This collaboration aims to enhance the country’s capacity to effectively address oil spills and other environmental challenges through improved monitoring, reporting, and community engagement. By working closely with…

– Developing nations face $4 trillion SDG investment shortfall – UN calls for global financial reforms to bridge development gap – Debt burdens hinder progress on poverty, climate, and health goals The United Nations has issued a stark warning that a $4 trillion annual funding gap is jeopardizing the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals…

– Nigerian Meteorological Agency warns of thunderstorms and dust haze – Weather alert issued for northern, central, and southern states – NiMet urges safety measures as storms, haziness expected nationwide The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a weather forecast warning of thunderstorms and dust haze across Nigeria from Sunday, April 27 to Tuesday, April…

– Documentary explores Gabon’s deep connection with Elephants and Lions – Elephants and lions play central roles in Gabon’s ecosystems – Conservation efforts in Gabon gain global attention A recent documentary sheds light on Gabon’s rich biodiversity, focusing on the nation’s profound relationship with elephants and lions. The film delves into the cultural and ecological…

– Jones Road Wildfire prompts evacuations and highway closures – Smoke from New Jersey blaze affects air quality in New York City – Officials anticipate fire containment with upcoming rainfall A rapidly expanding wildfire, known as the Jones Road Wildfire, has engulfed approximately 13,250 acres in Ocean County, New Jersey, leading Acting Governor Tahesha Way…

– PAVE’s MAMRN project targets methane reduction in Nigerian cities – Lagos workshop educates households on organic waste segregation – Global Methane Hub funds Nigeria’s zero-waste pilot program The Pan African Vision for the Environment (PAVE) has initiated the Multi-solving Action to Methane Reduction in Nigeria (MAMRN) project, aiming to reduce methane emissions through sustainable…

– Earth Day 2025 emphasizes renewable energy and global unity – ‘Our Power, Our Planet’ theme urges transition from fossil fuels – Global participation highlights urgency in addressing climate change On April 22, 2025, the world commemorated the 55th Earth Day under the theme “Our Power, Our Planet,” highlighting the critical role of collective action…

– Lhyfe’s Green Horizon Project Secures Record Funding – Le Havre to Host Major Green Hydrogen Production Facility – French Government Backs Renewable Energy Transition The French government has officially awarded a €149 million grant to Lhyfe for its Green Horizon project, aiming to establish a large-scale green hydrogen production plant near the Grand Canal…