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The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) is urging Nigerians to promptly report environmental violations, particularly noise pollution, to the agency. Dr. Innocent Barikor, NESREA’s Director-General, emphasized the importance of adhering to environmental laws and regulations, warning that the agency will take action against violators. Barikor highlighted that NESREA has received and addressed…

The Kano State Government is calling for immediate action to address significant gaps in waste management across the state. Dr. Dahir Hashim, Commissioner for Environment and Climate Change, emphasized the urgency during the monthly sanitation exercise on Saturday, February 1, 2025, in Kano. “There is a huge gap in waste management, hence the need for…

Patients at Alimosho General Hospital in Igando, Lagos State, are urging the Lagos State Government to relocate the dumpsite directly opposite the hospital. They say the stench is overwhelming, and the refuse heaps create an eyesore. Mrs. Amina Ayetoro, who brought her elderly mother for treatment, criticized the dumpsite’s location. She said the government has…

The Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) is ramping up efforts to tackle waste and pollution on the state’s waterways. Partnering with the Lagos Recyclers Association, LASWA is enforcing strategies for cleaner, safer water channels. LASWA educates boat operators and passengers on the dangers of dumping waste, especially plastics, into the water. These pollutants harm aquatic…

In a significant move to strengthen climate resilience, African stakeholders—including legal experts, policymakers, lawmakers, and climate specialists—have validated a Model Climate Change Law tailored for the continent. This endorsement occurred during a three-day retreat in Abuja, organized by the African Group of Negotiators Expert Support (AGNES) in collaboration with the National Institute for Legislative and…

In light of the recent confirmation of an Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak in Uganda, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has raised the nation’s alert status to curb potential spread. Consequently, NCDC Director-General Dr. Jide Idris stated that, although no cases have been reported in Nigeria, proactive measures are being implemented.…

In Zing Local Government Area (LGA) of Taraba State, Zensi Primary School exemplifies the systemic neglect afflicting Nigeria’s educational sector. Students attend classes under makeshift thatch shelters, lacking basic infrastructure such as classrooms, desks, and chairs. Despite these challenges, dedicated teachers like Leseria Hassan Bitruss continue to educate without receiving salaries for extended periods. T…

The Ondo State Government has reaffirmed its dedication to transforming the state’s physical landscape through a comprehensive urban renewal agenda. Mr. Bunmi Alade, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development, emphasized this commitment during a stakeholder meeting with the Deji of Akure and his council of chiefs in Akure on January…

At the recent International Conference on “Solar Energy Revolution in Nigeria and the African Continent” held at Godfrey Okoye University, Enugu, Vice-Chancellor Prof. Christian Anieke called upon Nigerian scientists to tackle the high costs and storage challenges associated with solar energy. He emphasized the need for alternative energy sources and the importance of making solar…

Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has called for urgent measures to address the significant shrinkage of the Lake Chad Basin. Speaking at the conclusion of the 5th Lake Chad Basin Governors’ Forum in Maiduguri, Borno State, Ganduje emphasized the critical need for environmental interventions alongside ongoing security and peace-building…