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INC-5.2: Fossil fuel, petrochemical lobbyists overrun plastics treaty negotiations

At least 234 fossil fuel and chemical industry lobbyists - a new high compared to the 221 identified by CIEL at INC-5 - have...

Germany to legalise underground CO2 storage in climate drive

The German Government approved on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, draft legislation that would legalise the underground storage of carbon dioxide (C02), a key step...

Global talks on legally binding plastic pollution treaty begin in Geneva

A decisive chapter in the global fight against plastic pollution began on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, in Geneva, Switzerland. Delegates from 184 countries convened for...

Protecting Nigeria’s last forests: Training rangers is key to conservation

As deforestation, poaching, and human encroachment threaten Nigeria’s remaining forest reserves, conservationists are calling for stronger support systems for the country’s forest rangers -...

Oyo residents decry ineffective enforcement of Styrofoam ban

The use of Styrofoam has been a topic of environmental concern and potential harm to ecosystem and human health.  Despite the ban, Styrofoam use persists...

Environmentalists task govt on commitment to global plastic treaty

Environmentalists, civil society groups, and public health experts have called on the Federal Government to take a firmer and more transparent position on plastic...

Charcoal trade a threat to forest sustainability, livelihood – Govt

The Federal Government of Nigeria says charcoal trade is a threat to forest sustainability and livelihood in the country. Dr Aishetu Ndayako, Permanent Secretary, Ecological...

Kano unveils climate change policy, targets 5m trees in 2025

Kano State Government has officially launched its Climate Change Policy, reaffirming its commitment to sustainable development, green infrastructure, and climate resilience. The policy, which was...

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Oil market imbalance set to increase as rising supply outpaces demand growth

Oil prices have been caught in the crosshairs of fast-changing market dynamics. While new sanctions on Russia and Iran...
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Tinubu approves N16.7bn to rebuild Mokwa Bridge – Idris

President Bola Tinubu has approved the release of N16.7 billion for the immediate reconstruction of the Mokwa Bridge in...

ACReSAL partners NGO to inculcate proper waste disposal in Yobe

The Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscape (ACReSAL) and The Global Peace Development (GPD), an NGO, have gone into a...

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Oil market imbalance set to increase as rising supply outpaces demand growth

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Tinubu approves N16.7bn to rebuild Mokwa Bridge – Idris

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