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What advisory opinion of ICJ on states’ obligations on climate change means for climate finance for Africa

The Advisory Opinion  The long awaited ICJ Advisory opinion on states obligation on Climate Change is finally here! It says that government actions driving climate...

Lagos govr reaffirms commitment to environmental sustainability

Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has reiterated his unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability. Sanwo-Olu said this during a special tree planting exercise organised by...

US EPA accused of initiating moves to eliminate climate science finding

Global climate justice group, 350.org, has condemned reports that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is preparing to repeal its foundational scientific finding that...

Vanuatu commends ICJ on landmark advisory opinion on climate change

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, issued its ruling on the Obligations of States in respect of Climate Change...

Protesters bring ‘Planet in Crisis’ to COP30 headquarters in Belém

On Wednesday, July 23, 2025, representatives of Indigenous peoples, traditional communities, and social movements from across the Amazon held a demonstration in front of...

Climate action: Jigawa targets illegal logging, group inaugurates tree planting campaign

The Jigawa State Government has warned against the use of unauthorised chainsaws to fell trees, threatening offenders with fines and jail terms. Dr Abdullahi Umar-Namadi,...

Five deaths in Italy as heatwave paralyses parts of southern Europe

Five deaths have been reported in Italy as extreme heat continues to affect parts of southern Europe. By 10 a.m. (0800 GMT) on Wednesday, July...

Environmentalists decry exploitation in carbon offset deals

Environmental stakeholders have raised alarm over ongoing carbon offset projects in Nigeria, calling them a dangerous form of modern exploitation that undermines local communities...

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UCLG Africa: North Africa selects representatives for continental, global bodies

The pan-African organisation United Cities and Local Governments of Africa (UCLG Africa) held its Regional Caucus for North Africa...
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Overcrowding, urban growth accelerating infectious diseases in Nigeria – UNILAG VC

The Vice-Chancellor (VC) of the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Prof. Folasade Ogunsola, says overcrowded communities in Nigeria, like those...

After 37 fatalities, Nigeria seals mine over deadly gas leak

The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, has ordered the sealing of mining located in Zuraq, Wase...

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UCLG Africa: North Africa selects representatives for continental, global bodies

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