The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has embarked on a motorised advocacy campaign, to key areas of Eti-Osa Local Government, to sensitise residents on sustainable environment, as part of activities marking the Authority’s observance of World Cleanup Day. Adopting the…
Local Communities Demand Environmental Accountability Ahead of COP29 in Nigeria’s Niger Delta
In a significant move towards environmental justice, local communities in Nigeria’s Niger Delta convened a dialogue in Bayelsa State on September 17, 2024, organized by Connected Advocacy. The meeting aimed to address the pressing issues of environmental degradation caused by…
NNPC Foundation Offers Relief to Borno Flood Victims
The NNPC Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of NNPC Ltd., has extended a helping hand to flood-affected communities in Borno State. In a display of solidarity with the Borno State Government, the NNPC Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Mele…
Africa targets high yields amidst climate resilience as new cereal and legume breeding consortium takes off
It was a cool and breezy evening in Koba. Abou Camara sat in his reclining chair, with the gentle breeze caressing his bearded face and unveiling the palpable feeling of satisfaction and happiness emanating from his being. Abou, a renowned…
Empowering Türki̇ye’s Agricultural Future: Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) and Vakif Katilim Bankasi Sign USD 30 Million Financing Agreement
Strategic Partnership to Propel SME Growth and Strengthen Food Security in Türkiye In a decisive move to bolster Türkiye’s economic and agricultural landscape, the Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) has partnered with Vakıf Katılım Bankası…
Fadahunsi Memorial: Engineers Seek Solutions to Address Environmental Impact on Nigeria’s Food Security
A clarion call for urgent action to address the escalating environmental crisis and its devastating impact on Nigeria’s food security was sounded earlier today at the 7th Memorial Lecture in honor of Late Engr. (Chief) Samuel Olatunde (S.O) Fadahunsi, Past…
Lagos May Introduce Smart Bins to Combat Indiscriminate Waste Disposal
….as Traditional Chief, Baba Oja, more residents clamour for return of monthly sanitation exercise As Lagos State Government intensifies its monthly sanitation awareness programme, it has hinted of plans to introduce smart waste bins for every tenement in the…
Facebook Deletes Account of Popular Hausa Singer, Rarara After Mass Protest Against Pro-Tinubu Song
Popular Hausa praise singer, Dauda Rarara, has lost his Facebook account with over one million followers after Nigerians mass-reported it. This comes after the singer was attacked over a new song, which claims that President Tinubu has solved poverty and…
Cross River State Deputy Speaker Distributes FG Palliatives
Hon Engr Thomas Aruku Commends The Process In Cross River North The Deputy Speaker of Cross River State House of Assembly (CRSHA), Rt. Hon Sylvester Agabi, flagged off the distribution of Federal Government Palliatives in ADP, Ogoja Local Government…
Forests face increasing risk of wildfires and pests due to climate change
The world’s forests are becoming increasingly susceptible to wildfires and pests due to climate change, according to a new report by the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), released Monday. “Forests and trees are essential components of agrifood systems. The…
