As we commemorate the Day of the African Child under this year’s theme of “Education for all children in Africa: The time is now”, we need to follow the lead of the African Union and the African people in receiving their long-awaited right to a quality education across the continent. Long delayed and overdue, the time to empower an Africa fit for the 21st century is now.
Id el Kabir: LAWMA Advocates Proper Waste Management
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has urged residents to properly bag and dispose of their waste, especially animal waste, during and after this year’s Id el Kabir celebrations. Managing Director/CEO of the agency, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, has noted that…
HOMEF’s Ecology School Interrogates New and Emerging Technologies in Africa
Currently, the world is struggling to address two major crises – food insecurity and climate change. To this end, various technological solutions have been proposed/implemented. Some of these technologies are being deployed in Africa without adequate regulatory procedures or risk…
June Climate Meetings Take Modest Steps Forward; Steep Mountain Still to Climb Ahead of COP29
The Bonn Climate Change Conference concluded today after two weeks of intensive work across a range of issues where progress is needed on the path to the UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) this November in Baku, Azerbaijan. “We’ve taken modest…
FENRAD congratulates Dr. Nkiruka Maduekwe on appointment as DG of Nigeria’s National Council on Climate Change
Foundation for Environmental Rights, Advocacy & Development (FENRAD), an Environmental Advocacy organization in Abia State and Southeast Regional Coordinator – Climate, Sustainable & Development Network (CSDEVNET), committed to environmental and climate advocacy has congratulated Abia-born Environmental Expert, Dr. Nkiruka Maduekwe…
African Development Bank Appoints Dr. Léandre Bassole as Deputy Director General for East African Region
The Bank’s engagement in Guinea increased from $240 million in 2017 to $728 million in 2023 The African Development Bank has appointed Dr. Léandre Bassole, a seasoned economic development specialist, as Deputy Director General for the East African Region, effective…
Oceanography and Marine Research Institute, IOI-Nigeria ‘Awaken New Depths’ at World Oceans Day Lecture
Stakeholders and Experts, under the aegis of the Nigerian Institute of Oceanography and Marine Research (NIOMR) and the International Ocean Institute – Nigeria (IOI-Nigeria) have advocated for more inclusive conversations and exploration of strategies towards harnessing blue economy opportunities in…
PRESIDENT BOLA TINUBU’S NATIONAL BROADCAST ON NIGERIA’S 25TH DEMOCRACY ANNIVERSARY
President Tinubu at 2024 Democracy Day Lecture: We Must Recommit To Values Of Inclusivity, Accountability, Transparency
Says it’s time to build a nation where every voice is heard, citizens are empowered.
Tolaram Group takes over Guinness Nigeria – as President Tinubu Commends the company for Reposing Confidence in Nigeria’s Economy
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the Indonesian business conglomerate, the Tolaram Group, for believing in Nigeria and having absolute faith in her economy. Tolaram, which partnered Nigeria to build the Lekki Free Trade Zone and the country’s first deep…
NNPC denies Alleged N3.3 Trillion Subsidy Inflated Claims
NNPCL refutes allegations of subsidy padding and claims of N3.3 Trillion in some media, stating the company is not under investigation or probe even as it follows global standards on transparency and accountability.