IAE 2024 Sets to Shape Africa’s Energy Future with collaborations and Investments

Invest in African Energy 2024 (IAE) is set to take place as a pivotal forum, fostering collaboration between global investors and Africa’s burgeoning energy markets. This exclusive two-day event scheduled to take place from May 14 to 15, 2024, at…

Obey Safe Driving Rules or Get Sacked ─ LAWMA boss tells truck drivers

The Managing Director/CEO of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, has told truck drivers in the agency’s fleet, to strictly obey safe driving rules or risk severe penalties, including outright dismissal. He said this on Tuesday, at…

Nominations open for UNEP’s 2024 Champions of the Earth Award with a focus on land restoration, drought resilience, combating desertification

The Champions of the Earth award honours individuals and organizations whose actions have a transformative impact on the environment. UNEP seeks nominations of individuals and organizations working on innovative and sustainable solutions to restore land, enhance drought resilience, and combat…

Nigeria, ILO, UNIDO and UNDP sign MoU on Just Transition Roadmap

By Dr Austine Sadiq Okoh   The National Council on Climate Change (NCCC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the International Labour Organization (ILO), the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)…

Climate Action Africa Urges Broader Stakeholder Collaboration to Address Nigeria’s Climate Crisis

Climate Action Africa (CAA), a leading advocate for climate resilience and sustainable development in Nigeria, has called for a more impactful and inclusive approach to tackling the country’s pressing climate challenges. This was the focus of the climate change media…

Four buildings collapsed; 14 others seriously impacted in Tuesday’s Lagos fire

A total of four buildings have collapsed due to the intensity of fire that engulfed parts of Dosumu Market on Lagos Island on Tuesday. Mr Ibrahim Farinloye, Lagos Territorial Coordinator, National Emergency Management Agency, NEMA, told the newsmen that 14…

Irede Foundation sets to hold 2024 advocacy walk on inclusion

THE Irede Foundation’ 2024 ‘Out On A Limb (OOAL) Advocacy Walk’ is set to take place on Saturday, April 13th, bringing together a global community of individuals dedicated to empowering and including persons with disabilities (PWDs) in the society. With…

The role of parliament in driving Nigeria’s long term climate goals

By Chukwumerije Okereke   the Nigerian Parliament, like other parliaments, has a huge role to play in ensuring that the country meets its long-term climate ambitions. However, the path ahead demands more than legislative frameworks and oversight. It calls for…

PETAN to Support Nigeria’s Oil and Gas Sector Growth

Emphasizes commitment to sustainable partnership with Association of Energy Correspondents of Nigeria (NAEC)   The Petroleum Technology Association of Nigeria (PETAN) has promised to support the efforts of the Bola Tinubu-led administration toward increasing Nigeria’s oil and gas production for…

NERC Realigns Subsidy Regime and Service Delivery in the Nesi

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (“NERC”) has approved revised electricity rates, stating the increase would only affect customers classified under Band A service category (about 15% of the customer population); a class which, according to the commission, through empirical service…

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