The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has announced its intention to commence the intention to seal exercise, on homes without waste bins on Lagos Island and Mainland, beginning from 7th July 2023. This follows the earlier issuance of abatement notices…
CSO coalition to partner media, stakeholders on raising net zero awareness in Nigeria.
campaign to encompass Nigeria’s geo-political zones #RantzNigeria projected to build net-zero collaborations across sectors to leverage on media as key stakeholders A group of civil society organizations have called on the media to partner with them as they embark…
HEDA invites nominations for 6th edition of Gani Fawehinmi Impact, Integrity awards
By Fabian Ekeruche The Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA Resource Centre), has announced the opening of nominations for the sixth edition of the Gani Fawehinmi impact and integrity Awards (GFIIA2023). This is contained in a statement signed by…
AFRICA’S CLIMATE JOURNEY: AN INVERTED RUSSIAN ROULETTE?
Recently, the bonn climate talks ended with a plethora of underwhelming announcements that seem to suggest that developed countries are not ready for climate change mitigation; as even agreements on the starting agenda was not agreed on till a day…
LWC APPRECIATES NPA TOWARDS RESTORATION OF WATER SUPPLY IN APAPA COMMUNITY AND ITS ENVIRONS
The Lagos Water Corporation has appreciated the Management of Nigerian Ports Authority towards restoration/realization of Water supply in Apapa Community and its environs. LWC, Managing Director/CEO, Engr. Muminu Adekunle Badmus made this assertion during the official handing over of 2.4Million…
NCF host WMBD in Lagos, Rivers, and Yobe to Promote Conservation of Water Bodies and Bird Species
In a bid to promote consciousness of birds’ conservation in Nigeria, especially at coastal and riverine areas, the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) made concerted efforts in engaging students and community dwellers in a participatory conservation activity to commemorate the World…
WED2023: NCF, FCMB PARTNER TO COMBAT PLASTIC POLLUTION
To commemorate the 2023 world environment day, the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) partnered with First City Monument Bank Plc (FCMB) to provide practical solutions to the menace caused by plastic pollution. The easy-to-adopt and adaptable approaches NCF and FCMB jointly…
The Evolution of Women in Clean Energy in Nigeria: Sustaining Innovative Impact
Over the last decade, a new dynamic has evolved in the energy sector. Women all over have moved from the ‘Please give us a hand’ level to the ‘I am taking this’ level; especially in the climate advocacy and clean…
LAWMA Dislodges Scavengers, Miscreants from Illegal Dumps
…arraigns 30 culprits …calls for proper waste management among residents The enforcement unit of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has launched a robust operation to dislodge scavengers and miscreants from illegal dumpsites across neighbourhoods in the city, for a cleaner and healthier environment. In the past few…
IRENA Unveils New Initiative to Accelerate Youth-led Renewable Energy Projects and Start-ups
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) today launched a new initiative, the IRENA NewGen Renewable Energy Accelerator (NewGen), aimed at supporting young entrepreneurs and innovators in driving the renewable energy transition. NewGen will provide capacity building, mentorship and other resources to…