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Lopifit has unveiled its innovative electric walking bike, positioning it as a hidden climate solution in urgent need of recognition. Designed to offer a sustainable alternative to traditional transport, this electric walking bike combines modern technology with eco-friendly design to reduce carbon emissions and promote greener urban mobility. Developed to cater to the growing demand…

Visiting Samsung officials have received strong assurances from the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) regarding support for their oil industry projects. During the meeting, NCDMB reaffirmed its commitment to boosting local content and facilitating partnerships that drive innovation and growth in Nigeria’s oil sector. The delegation from Samsung expressed optimism about the board’s…

The Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) has initiated stakeholder engagement for the proposed 60-kilometer Purple Line rail project.his line is designed to connect key areas, including Mowe, Long Bridge, Isheri, Toll Gate, Omole, Ogba, Agege, Iyana Ipaja, Isheri Osun, Igando, Iba, Estate, LASU, Okokomaiko, and Ojo, enhancing connectivity between Lagos and Ogun states. The…

The Coca-Cola System in Nigeria, including Coca-Cola Nigeria Ltd. and its bottler, Nigerian Bottling Company (NBC), has launched a packaging collection hub in Lagos to tackle waste collection issues. Unveiled on January 31, 2025, the hub will collect and recycle packaging materials across Nigeria. With the ability to process 13,000 metric tonnes of plastic annually,…

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.…