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Coronavirus outbreak not a pandemic – WHO

The World Health Organisation (WHO) says the coronavirus outbreak is not yet a pandemic but a global public health emergency. Coronavirus has claimed 425 lives, with more than...

Minister advises African leaders ahead of COP26

Minister of State for Environment, Mrs Sharon Ikeazor, has advised African leaders to speak with one voice at the forthcoming 26th session of the Conference of the...

NCF leads vulture protection campaign for health, economic safety

The Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 renewed calls for the preservation and protection of vultures facing extinction because of their importance to...

Korea to be hit by strongest cold wave this winter

The national weather agency on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 said South Korea is expected to see the strongest cold wave this winter, with the wind-chill reaching...

Park Service restates commitment to protecting nation’s ecological integrity

The National Park Service says it is committed to protecting the ecological integrity of the nation and preserve its unique heritages in the various ecosystems. Dr Ibrahim...

Coronavirus outbreak could soon be declared a pandemic, say scientists

Scientists and disease experts say the Wuhan coronavirus outbreak could soon be declared a pandemic. The World Health Organisation (WHO) designated the coronavirus, whose scientific name is 2019-nCoV, a " public-health emergency...

Coronavirus: Nigerians in Wuhan-China call on govt for immediate evacuation

Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation (NiDO), East China Chapter and the Association of Nigerians in Wuhan have called on the Federal Government to immediately evacuate them from...

Cancer Day: WHO outlines steps to save seven million lives

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has spelt out the need to step up cancer services in low and middle-income countries. The UN body warned on the...

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Falcon Corporation secures ‘A’ Long-Term and ‘A1’ Short-Term Credit Ratings from Agusto & Co.

Falcon Corporation Limited, one of Nigeria’s leading indigenous gas companies, has received an “A” long-term and “A1” short-term corporate...
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UNEP Annual Report: Global cooperation delivered environmental gains in 2025

The UN Environment Programme (UNEP) released its 2025 Annual Report on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, highlighting progress made last year on...

Nigeria to strengthen meteorology for sustainable national development

The Federal Government of Nigeria says it will advance meteorology to enhance sustainable development across the country. Meteorology is the...

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Falcon Corporation secures ‘A’ Long-Term and ‘A1’ Short-Term Credit Ratings from Agusto & Co.

Falcon Corporation Limited, one of Nigeria’s leading indigenous gas...

UNEP Annual Report: Global cooperation delivered environmental gains in 2025

The UN Environment Programme (UNEP) released its 2025 Annual Report on...
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