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Closing in on an end to plastic pollution

After two years of talks, we are closer to securing a treaty for the ages. One that hits the problem of plastic pollution hard...

Noise pollution: NESERA urges prompt report of environmental violations

The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) has called on Nigerians to promptly report environmental violations to the agency. Dr Innocent Barikor, the Director-General,...

Noise pollution poses grave risks to public health, stakeholders warn

Some health stakeholders say noise pollution is a significant, yet overlooked public health issue. Speaking in an interview on Sunday, January 26, 2025, in Abuja,...

Exposing Benin City’s toxic waste crisis and the way forward

In the heart of Benin City, the capital of Edo State, lies the Ikpoba Slope community, a neighourhood affected by environmental pollution. Once a thriving...

NESREA advocates for implementation of EPR to combat plastic pollution

Nigerian plastic manufacturers have been reminded by the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) that their participation in the Extended Producer Responsibility...

Pollution: Govt restates commitment to clean, safe environment

The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment towards attaining a clean, safe and sustainable environment in Nigeria. Minister of Environment, Malam Balarabe Lawal, stated this...

Shell, NOSDRA urged to address borehole facility oil spill in Bayelsa community

The Environmental Defenders Network (EDEN), a non-governmental organisation (NGO), has called on Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC), the National Oil Spill Detection and Remediation...

Pollution: NESREA seals popular Nasarawa relaxation garden

The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) has sealed off Cyvilian Garden, a popular relaxation spot located on Abacha Road in Mararaba,...

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Africa CDC, WHO update mpox strategy as outbreaks persist

Africa CDC and World Health Organsation (WHO) have updated their joint Continental Response Plan for the mpox emergency as...
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Delta pledges safe operating environment for oil and gas firms

Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta has assured oil and gas companies in the state of a safe and secure...

Military deactivates 42 illegal refineries, nabs 42 oil thieves – DHQ

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) says the troops of Operation Delta Safe have in the last one week discovered and...

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Africa CDC, WHO update mpox strategy as outbreaks persist

Africa CDC and World Health Organsation (WHO) have updated...

Delta pledges safe operating environment for oil and gas firms

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