The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has uncovered 460 illegal mining sites and arrested 387 suspects in 14 months, says the NSCDC Mining Marshals, Commander, Attah Onoja on Wednesday in Abuja. Onoja said that from the successfully identified…
There’s no shame in menstruation, it’s a sign of health, womanhood – Expert
There’s no shame in menstruation, it’s a sign of health, womanhood – Expert A public health physician, Dr Nkiru Ezeama, says that menstruation is a natural sign of health and womanhood, not a disgrace or something to be ashamed…
Cholera Outbreak: Lagos Health District V Warns Zongo Community Against Open Defecation
The Permanent Secretary of Lagos State Health District V, Dr. Oladapo Asiyanbi has issued a stern warning to residents of Zongo Community in Gbethrome, Badagry West LCDA, against the dangers of open defecation, which has been linked to the recent…
Stricter Enforcement of Environmental Laws Critical to Nigeria’s Future, Say Experts Ahead of World Environment Day 2025
In the lead-up to World Environment Day 2025, environmental experts and advocates have called for the urgent and decisive enforcement of Nigeria’s environmental protection laws to curb rising violations and restore ecological integrity. This call to action came during a…
Sterling Oil, Others Honoured at 2025 Nigeria ESG Summit Awards
Sterling Oil Exploration and Energy Production Company (SEEPCO) Ltd has been honored with the Outstanding Oil and Gas Company Award at the 2025 National Sustainability Achievements Awards, recognizing its industry-leading commitment to climate action, green innovation, and ESG excellence in Nigeria.
Lagos Penalises 580 Nightclubs, Restaurants For Indoor Smoking Violations
The Lagos State Government has sanctioned 580 nightclubs and restaurants in 2024 for violating indoor smoking regulations, marking a significant step in its aggressive campaign to bolster public health and safety standards across the state. The revelation came from…
Man in Viral Video Dumping Waste on Alapere Bridge Remanded in Prison
Offender remanded in Kirikiri till June 26 A joint enforcement team, comprising officials of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) and the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC/KAI), has arrested Mr. Ogunbadejo Olawale, a resident of No. 25 Ajiboye…
Biodiversity Loss Demands Urgent Global Action – Guterres
UN News/Vibhu Mishra: A tiger cools off in a stream on a hot day in Chitwan National Park, Nepal. Thanks to efforts by local communities and the government, the park’s tiger population has rebounded but the species remains critically endangered.…
China to Establish Electric Vehicle Factories in Nigeria
The Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria has harped on the imperative of enhanced collaboration between China and Nigeria in unlocking the potential of Nigeria’s Solid Minerals sector through the establishment of electric vehicle factories in Nigeria. Speaking while paying a courtesy…
Nigerian Power Minister Blames DisCos for Sector Setback, Urges Lawmakers to Sanction Underperformers
The Nigerian Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, has blamed electricity distribution companies (DisCos) in Nigeria for failing to meet performance targets; urging the National Assembly to pass stricter laws to hold them accountable. He further warned that their inefficiencies…
