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The Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation has highlighted water, sanitation, and food security as critical to Nigeria’s development. This was discussed at the 31st National Council on Water Resources and Sanitation (NCWR&S) meeting in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. The event’s theme was “Water and Food Security: Challenges and Opportunities in the Face of…

The Enugu State Government plans to create 792,000 jobs in renewable energy, waste management, and reforestation by 2060. These goals align with the Enugu State Climate Policy and Action Plan (ESCPAP), which positions the state as a pioneer in Nigeria’s climate efforts. Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, Secretary to the State Government, explained that the policy includes…

Targeted Relief for Northeast NigeriaThe UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has unveiled a $910 million humanitarian response plan targeting 3.6 million vulnerable people in Nigeria’s northeastern Bay states—Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe. These regions remain beset by conflict, climate shocks, and economic instability, which have severely impacted livelihoods and basic services. The…

Enugu State has made history by approving the Enugu State Climate Policy and Action Plan (ESCPAP). This marks a bold step toward sustainable economic growth and environmental resilience. Governor Peter Mbah’s administration aims to raise the state’s GDP from $4.4 billion in 2023 to $30 billion by 2031. The focus remains on renewable energy, sustainable…

The Federal Government of Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to eradicating malaria, positioning it as a top public health priority under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Dr. Iziaq Salako, Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, outlined strategic efforts during a meeting with the Malaria Consortium on January 26, 2025, in Abuja. Dr. Salako highlighted…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for collaboration with the World Economic Forum (WEF) to advance two critical projects: the African Atlantic Gas Pipeline (AAGP) and the recharging of Lake Chad. Speaking at the WEF Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, Shettima emphasized that these initiatives could address regional energy challenges, food security, and economic growth.…

The Bukuma community in Rivers State has accused the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) of defying a 2021 court ruling regarding the establishment of a cluster for the community. Bukuma, located in Degema Local Government Area, hosts an oil field with 10 oil wells. Bukuma’s Paramount Ruler, King Precious Elekima, stated that the community…

The United Nations has called for over $910 million to assist 3.6 million people in need of life-saving aid across Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe states in north-east Nigeria in 2025. This call is part of the 2025 Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan (HNRP) launched by UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, Mohamed Malick Fall.…

In 2024, extreme weather events, including heatwaves, floods, and droughts, disrupted education for approximately 242 million students across 85 countries, according to UNICEF. This caused significant school closures and delays, with heatwaves identified as the most severe threat to education. UNICEF Executive Director, Catherine Russell, highlighted that one in seven students missed school due to…

The African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson, Moussa Faki, has expressed disappointment over the United States’ decision to withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO). The announcement, made by U.S. President Donald Trump on January 20, 2025, cited concerns over WHO’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and other health crises. In a statement released on January…