Monthly Archives: September, 2018

Land Degradation

Erosion threatens Awka hotel, judiciary buildings with collapse

The Grand Riviera, a popular three-star hotel in Awka, Anambra State, is facing imminent collapse due to gully erosion occasioned by rainfalls, the News...

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Agric & Biotech

Pollination can improve agric yields by 90%, say bee keepers

Some bee keepers and farmers have said that beekeeping and pollination activities could improve agricultural yields by 90 per cent and contribute to food...

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Human Welfare

Nigeria reaffirms $6.7b northeast reconstruction, rehabilitation, resettlement plan

The Federal Government says it has developed a N6.7 billion robust plan of action for the reconstruction, rehabilitation and resettlement of northeast devastated by...

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Water & Sanitation

Future leaders make their mark at World Water Week

The younger generations appear to be on a mission to take the lead globally, as evident during 2018 World Water Week that closed on...

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Sustainable Devpt

NEMA tasks disaster management agencies on coordination

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has called for stronger synergy among disaster stakeholders for easy coordination of activities during emergencies. The NEMA Coordinator, Imo/Abia...

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Real Estate

Kenya, World Bank to partner on affordable homes

Kenya plans to partner with the World Bank to increase supply of affordable houses, Charles Mwaura, the Principal Secretary, Ministry of Transport, Infrastructure, Housing...

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Agric & Biotech

Climate change: Pest-induced crop losses in Europe could double

Wheat, maize, and rice yields, particularly in northern climates, are projected to fall as insects in temperate regions thrive in a warmer climate, a...

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Health