Sterling One Foundation has partnered Self Help Africa on WASH Campaign and Innovation Challenge by empowering National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members as WASH advocates in Lagos State. Mrs Olapeju Ibekwe, CEO Sterling One Foundation, said this in a goodwill…
Digital Soil Maps: Unlocking Agronomy Solutions for Farmers in West Africa and the Sahel
By Barbra Sehlule Muzata West Africa and the Sahel, a region where millions of smallholder farmers struggle with low yields and soil degradation, faces a looming threat of food insecurity. The delicate balance of these communities is further disrupted by…
LAGOS Marks Y2024 Universal Health Coverage Day With Awareness Walk
In a vibrant display of commitment to ensuring accessible and affordable healthcare for all, the Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA) commemorated the Y2024 Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Day with an Awareness Walk. The walk traversed the Lagos State Government…
Tinubu: Nigeria to Become a Global Leader in Agricultural Exports by 2025
President Bola Tinubu has outlined his administration’s goal of making Nigeria a global leader in agricultural exports by 2025, positioning this ambition as a central element of his Renewed Hope Agenda. Speaking on Tuesday at the Road to South-South National…
President Tinubu Commissions NIS Technology Innovation Complex
President Bola Tinubu has described the commissioning of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Technology Innovation Complex (BATTIC) as a fulfilment of the promise by his administration to make impactful changes in the country’s running. The President made the remarks on Tuesday…
A Greener Path: Integrating Climate and Development Strategies
By Christopher Burke Climate change has become a defining issue in international development impacting global stability, economic progress and human well-being. It is linked to at least 13 of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) making climate resilience and sustainability…
HEDA Advocates for Youth Inclusion in Anti-corruption Crusade
The Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA Resource Centre) has called on Nigerian youths to use their ingenuity in the fight against anti-corruption in the country. Speakers at a conference organised by HEDA made the call on Monday to mark…
UNEP Announces 2024 Champions of the Earth, recognizes six bold environmental leaders
The UN Environment Programme (UNEP) today announced recipients of the 2024 Champions of the Earth, honoured for their outstanding leadership, brave actions and sustainable solutions to tackle land degradation, drought and desertification. This year’s laureates include a minister of Indigenous…
Africa Needs $200bn Annually to Achieve Energy and Climate Goals – NLNG MD
The Managing Director of the Nigeria Liquified Natural Gas Ltd (NLNG), Philip Mshelbila has highlighted Africa’s need for a minimum of $200 Billion in annual investments to meet its energy and climate goals. The NLNG Boss, who spoke at a…
NMDPRA To Review 0.5% Gas Infrastructure Fund for PIA Compliance Amid Stakeholder Concerns
* To Halt Gas Supply To GENCOS Over N2trillion Debt The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has announced plans to reassess the 0.5% levy associated with the Midstream Downstream Gas Infrastructure Fund (MDGIF) to ensure compliance with…
