The Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Environment, Mahmud Adam Kambari has enjoined Nigerians to prioritise Environmental Hygiene practices as this would go a long way to mitigate the spread of Cholera in the country, emphasizing that our environment…
Cholera Outbreak: Lagos records 29 deaths – adopt onehealth approach to combat spread
Deaths from the Cholera Outbreak have spiked to 29 in Lagos alone, with an increase in number of suspected cases estimated at 579 and 43 confirmed cases. This was disclosed today at a press briefing by the Lagos State Commissioner…
Cholera Outbreak: Abia Must be on Her Toes – FENRAD
By Comrade Nelson Nwafor The recent outbreak of cholera, a severe diarrheal illness caused by bacterium vibrio cholerae, reported in Lagos and other places in Nigeria, with a growing death toll, should make other states, Abia included, to be…
Cholera Outbreak: 30 deaths across 30 states in Nigeria, Ministry of Environment Expresses Deep Concern
“Sustainable Human And Environment Interaction is Key to Cholera Prevention and Control”, H.E Iziak Salako The Federal Ministry of Environment extends its condolence to families who have lost loved ones and stand in solidarity with all those affected by…
LWC SUPPLIES SAFE, CLEAN WATER TO LAGOS RESIDENTS
Following an increase in the reported cases of cholera in Lagos State, the Lagos Water Corporation has again swung into action by supplying potable water to the affected areas of the State. This includes Oju Olokun community, Adeniji Adele, Lagos…
Lagos Water Corporation Affirms Clean Water Access to Baruwa Community; holds Sensitization Forum
*** Lagos state government to subsidize water tariff rates at Baruwa Community *** Community pledges to self-monitor to ensure sustainability of the water service *** LWC to work with Lasepa and State Water Regulatory commission to ensure quality and sustainability…
Industrial Wastewater Identified as Primary Cause of Pollution in Lagos State, reveals NIEE Lagos
…….Unchecked Free zone operations amongst causes of industrial pollution. …….Regulatory challenges hinder pollution control efforts Environmental engineers in Lagos have raised concerns about the significant impact of industrial wastewater on pollution levels in the state. They attribute the ongoing…
Lagos Water Corporation Takes Swift Measures Amidst Cholera Outbreak
LWC ISSUES EMERGENCY ALERT: Ensures Provision of Quality Water and Institutes Measures Against Cholera Outbreak CALL TOLL LINES: 0704 597 3012, 0704 597 3013, 0703 320 7647 Following the recent cholera outbreak in some parts of Lagos State, particularly,…
FG, CROSS-RIVER Deepen Cooperation To Address Illegal Mining
The Federal Government and Cross-River State are enhancing their collaboration to sanitise the mining sector and address the issue of illegal mining operations in the state. Speaking while receiving Cross-River State Governor, Sen. Bassey Otu, in his office, Hon. Minister…
LASG Calls for Precautionary Measures Against Cholera Outbreak
The Lagos State Government has issued a call for heightened vigilance and the adoption of precautionary measures to prevent the spread of a potential cholera outbreak in the State. This call follows an excess of severe gastroenteritis cases reported in…
