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Large-scale oil spills reported at U.S. military bases in South Korea

Two large-scale oil spills were recently reported at United States (U.S.) military bases in South Korea, Yonhap news agency said on Thursday, February 19,...

Breathing in micro plastics can cause inflammation, damage lungs, study warns

New research has showed that breathing in micro plastics can cause inflammation and damage to the lungs. This potentially increases the risk of respiratory diseases...

Pollution: Groups unveil Nigeria Plastic Brand Audit Report

The Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives (GAIA) and the Break Free From Plastic Movement (BFFP) on Tuesday launched the Nigerian Plastic Brand Audit Report (2018–2024),...

Experts advance first effectiveness evaluation of Minamata Convention

The Effectiveness Evaluation Group under the Minamata Convention on Mercury gathered in Geneva from February 9 to 11, 2026. While the group has already met...

Stakeholders call for stronger action on methane accountability gaps

Stakeholders have called for  urgent action to close methane accountability gaps, warning that unchecked emissions threaten lives, degrade the environment and undermine Nigeria’s climate...

Expert advocates enforcement-driven approach to end gas flaring

An oil and gas expert, Prof. Wumi Iledare, has urged the Federal Government to tighten regulatory enforcement in accelerating the development of reliable gas...

Anambra cautions churches against noise pollution during school hours

The Anambra State Government has expressed concern over the alleged noise pollution from church activities during school hours in Onitsha, the commercial nerve centre...

NESREA seals Sunseed Oil facility in Zaria over air pollution

The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) has sealed the Sunseed Oil facility in Zaria, Kaduna State, over excessive air emissions. A statement...

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AfDB approves $200m loan to boost Nigeria’s agricultural productivity

The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group has approved a $200 million loan to scale...
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Why IEA should be at forefront of Africa’s clean cooking development

The U.S. has intensified pressure on the International Energy Agency (IEA) – signaling that it could withdraw from the...

ACReSAL secures statutory backing for Kaduna gully works

The Kaduna State Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) Project has secured statutory land validation to advance planned gully...

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AfDB approves $200m loan to boost Nigeria’s agricultural productivity

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