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SAIPEC confirms first series of speakers for 10th anniversary programme

The Sub-Saharan Africa International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (SAIPEC)...

IPMAN rejects fuel imports as Dangote Refinery denies supply disruption claims

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has...

NNPC spearheading Africa’s global energy integration through gas pipeline projects

Deep beneath Nigerian soil lies a dormant giant of...

Conservation

Wildlife trafficker, Lin Yunhua, pleads not guilty to corruption charges amid high-stakes trial

Chinese national, Lin Yunhua, the notorious kingpin of a...

U.S. House passes budget to maintain funding for critical NOAA services

The House has voted to advance a budget bill...

Oscar-nominated Chicago filmmaker teaches wildlife conservationists in Rwanda, Uganda to make documentaries

A Chicago filmmaker decided to create a classroom in...

Gender

Women in Energy applauds Tinubu’s appointment of Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan as NUPRC chief executive

The Women in Energy Network (WIEN), an advocate for gender balance in energy sector leadership, has commended President Bola...

The Belém Gender Action Plan: A launchpad accelerating ambitious, effective, inclusive climate action

Adopted by Parties at COP30, the Belém Gender Action Plan (GAP) for 2026–2034 marks a new chapter for equality,...

After three decades of struggle, resilience: UN declares International Day of Indigenous Women & Girls

When the UN General Assembly officially proclaimed the International Day of the World's Indigenous Women and Girls, it did...

Human Welfare

CAPPA slams students’ arrests, tells Edo to fight kidnappers instead

Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has condemned...

Princess Chigbo: Police arrests armed robbery suspects, programme of activities unveiled

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command says it...

GOCOP condoles with former president on death of her sister

The Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP) has expressed...

Science & Tech

FUTES VC pledges skilled manpower for Nigeria’s tech, environmental growth

Vice-Chancellor, Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences (FUTES), Iyin-Ekiti, Prof. Gbenga Aribisala, has reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to...

Scientists uncover how immune cells sense bacteria

Scientists in Australia have identified how human immune cells detect bacteria, a discovery that could lead to effective vaccines...

Nigeria needs scientific breakthroughs to drive sustainability, says ex minister

A former Minister of Power, Prof. Bart Nnaji, has says Nigeria urgently needs scientific breakthroughs to drive sustainability for...

Mining

AfDB: Liberia secures GEF approval for mercury-reduction project in gold mining sector

The Global Environment Facility (GEF) has approved a transformative project developed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of Liberia...

NEITI targets improved outcome as Nigeria prepares for 2026 EITI validation

The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) has reaffirmed the country’s commitment to achieving improved performance in its 2026...

Alake hails N50bn revenue surge as mining cadastre goes digital

The Ministry of Solid Minerals Development has generated over N50 billion IGR for 2025, surpassing the N38 billion recorded...
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Makoko demolitions: Groups condemn Lagos over deaths, forced evictions, youth leader’s arrest

The Centre for Children's Health Education, Orientation and Protection...

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Health

WHO urges govts to unlock health taxes on sugary drinks, alcohol to save lives

Sugary drinks and alcoholic beverages are getting cheaper, due to consistently low tax rates...
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Sustaining HIV, TB, malaria gains amid declining donor support

When 32-year-old Grace Choji, who lives in Mpape, a satellite town in the FCT,...
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Africa’s nicotine moment: What to watch in 2026

As Africa moves into 2026, the continent is quietly becoming one of the most...
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What WHO Africa’s new health blueprint means for Nigeria – Experts

Health analysts say the reform agenda unveiled by the World Health Organisation (WHO) Regional...
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SERAP sues INEC over ‘failure to account for missing N55.9bn election funds’

Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit...

Land Degradation

Anambra community urges govt to tackle erosion displacing residents

Residents of Enugwu-Nanka Village in Orumba North Local Government...

Katsina reclaims 30,000 hectares of degraded land, supports 2.5m beneficiaries through ACReSAL – Radda 

The Katsina State Government has recovered 30,000 hectares of...

At COP30, AfDB, development partners call for new financing to accelerate Great Green Wall initiative

At the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30)...

Rangelands to take centre stage on Desertification and Drought Day 2026 in Kenya

The Government of Kenya and the United Nations Convention...

Pollution

NESREA seals Sunseed Oil facility in Zaria over air pollution

The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA)...

A breakthrough on plastic pollution remains within reach – Andersen

At the resumed fifth session of the United Nations Environment...

Oil spill: Govt vows to enforce environmental laws in Ogoniland

The Federal Government of Nigeria has vowed strict enforcement...

Edo pledges strict enforcement of new environmental law

The Edo State Government has vowed to fully enforce...

Renewable Energy

Waste cooking oil can power Nigeria’s energy transition – Expert

A Don, Dr Esther Babatunde, says waste cooking oil...

Fashola writes foreword to new book on Renewable Energy Law in Nigeria

Former Minister of Power, Works and Housing and Former...

Study reveals electric vehicles could catch on in Africa sooner than expected

A new study led by researchers at ETH Zurich...

Nasarawa distributes 60 electric vehicles to cooperatives, institutions

The Nasarawa State Government on Tuesday, January 6, 2026,...

Waste Management

Who is to blame as refuse heaps dot Lagos roads?

In 2025, Lagos State showcased vibrancy in infrastructure development...

Alleged extortion: I won’t compromise standard, says Ogun waste management boss

The Managing Director, Ogun State Waste Management Agency (OGWAMA),...

Reduce waste at home, make zero waste a daily habit – BAN Toxics

January marks International Zero Waste Month, a growing global...

Nigeria strengthens circular economy framework as E-Waste Sounding Board emerges

Nigeria has taken a major step towards strengthening its...

Sustainable Development

Tinubu arrives in Abu Dhabi for sustainability summit

President Bola Tinubu arrived in Abu Dhabi, United Arab...

Commissioner says law, vision, drive Lagos waterfront development

Lagos State Commissioner for Waterfront and Infrastructure Development, Mr....

NCE 2025: Nigeria charts stronger path to environmental sustainability

Stakeholders in Nigeria’s environmental sector have been assured of...

EIA vital to sustainable development, says Don

An academic, Prof. Ijeoma Vincent-Akpu, says effective Environmental Impact...
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New tax law to boost real estate, home ownership – NIESV

President of the Nigerian Institution of Estate Surveyors and...

QShelter, M. I. Okoro sign MoU to market Abuja, Kano Renewed Hope Housing Estates

The firms of QShelter Limited and M. I. Okoro...

Edo reaffirms commitment to affordable housing

The Edo State Government on Monday, December 22, 2025,...

Water & Sanitation

Water & Sanitation

New Africa Water Vision, our collective voice in 2026 – AMCOW President

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The year 2025 has emerged as a pivotal milestone for the African water and sanitation community. Throughout this year, we have resolutely pursued AMCOW's...

Water supply: Kebbi records progress on Birnin Kebbi waterworks – SSG

Africa Water Vision 2063 and Policy adoption, main highlight for 2025 – AMCOW

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Marine

Assessing Nigeria’s marine and blue economy gains, gaps, strategic pathways forward

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As Nigeria progresses deeper into the 21st century, the Marine and Blue Economy has evolved from a policy aspiration into a strategic economic pillar...

World Rivers Day: Protect, don’t pollute rivers, govt urges Nigerians

100 nations participate as World Rivers Day celebrates 20 years

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