…says “No tolerance for environmental infractions” The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has reinforced its commitment to tackling indiscriminate waste disposal across the state, adopting a two-pronged approach of strict enforcement and innovative waste management solutions. The agency has vowed…
We Are Committed To A Comprehensive Multi Sectoral Approach To Ensure A Clean, Resilient And Livable City – LASG
…As HC Env. dispels viral insinuation that the State is smelling…Affirms that Lagos is evolving as a Megacity The Lagos State Government on Sunday stated that it is committed to a comprehensive, multi sectoral approach to ensure a clean, resilient…
Faster Climate Funding to Protect Water Resources – A Call for Action on World Water Day
By Snorre Westgaard World Water Day reminds us that climate change threatens one of humanity’s most vital resources: water. Across the Global South, particularly in Africa, communities are grappling with increasing water insecurity. At Humana People to People (HPP), we…
Akilo Residents To Enjoy Enhanced Potable Water Supply as Waterworks Project Brings New Hope of Clean Water Access
…LSWC MD emphasizes and acknowledges significance of the project. The residents of Akilo and adjoining communities are soon to enjoy access to potable water supply from the ongoing rehabilitation of Akilo Micro Waterworks, as the project is set to breathe…
Asharami Energy Becomes First Nigerian Indigenous Operator to Join UNEP-Led Oil and Gas Methane Partnership
…To Collaborate On Emissions Reduction and Environmental Sustainability Asharami Energy, a Sahara Group Upstream company, has joined the United Nations Environmental Program (UNEP)-led Oil and Gas Methane Partnership (OGMP) 2.0, in its bid to contribute to the global efforts geared…
CSOs Expose Nigeria’s Role in Waste Colonialism as EU Turns Africa into a Dumping Ground
Civil society organizations (CSOs) in Nigeria have strongly condemned the federal government’s bid to import non-hazardous waste from the European Union (EU), warning that such a move could exacerbate the country’s waste management crisis. The protest comes after Nigeria and…
Umuseti Community Reaffirms Ownership of Land Purchased by Axxela, Dismisses Claims by Emu Ebendo
The Umuseti Community in Utagba-Ogbe, Kwale, hereby issue a formal response to recent claims by some protesters from the Emu Ebendo community regarding the ownership of a parcel of land purchased by Axxela Company. High Chief Emmanuel Akpe, spokesperson for…
Land, Youth and Conservation: Securing Africa’s Forests and Wetlands For The Future
By Christopher Burke Africa’s forests and wetlands are under increasing pressure as rural-urban migration accelerates, driven by economic challenges, social aspirations and environmental stress. The expansion of cities, unregulated land use and agricultural encroachment are depleting these critical ecosystems, exacerbating…
Enugu Sets to Launch Climate Policy, Climate Action Plan & Climate Manual for Schools
The Enugu State Government is set to launch its climate Policy, climate action plan and climate manual for schools across the state. The launch is coming at a time when climate action is beginning to gain momentum at the subnational…
Diphtheria Scare: Lagos Govt Rolls Out Emergency Vaccination at King’s College Annexe
…Officials Inspect School Facilities, Urge Calm Among Parents …Students, Staff to Receive Vaccination as Part of Containment Efforts In a swift response to the recent diphtheria outbreak at King’s College Annexe, Victoria Island, the Lagos State Government has commenced an…
