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Microplastics present in everyday beverages – Study

A groundbreaking new UK study has revealed that microplastics are present in virtually every type of beverage we consume daily – from coffee and...

Microplastics described as planetary emergency, as new study reveals deep ocean contamination

Microplastics are not just an environmental issue –they are a planetary emergency, according to Bengt Rittri, Swedish ecopreneur and founder of Bluewater, a firm...

Concern as scientists discover microplastics in brain arteries

Alarming new scientific findings have sparked a call to action from Swedish water and beverage company Bluewater: We need to urgently investigate the threat...

Disturbing revelation into microplastics crisis in Africa

The sacred Osun River in Nigeria has recorded the highest measured level of microplastics in a river in the world, and researchers are calling...

EU Commission restricts sale of microplastics

The European Commission on Monday, September 25, 2023, restricted the sale of plastic waste and products intentionally releasing microplastics during use, a statement indicated. Plastic...

Group urges Philipines president to ‘clean up‘, act urgently on plastic pollution

“Taking stock of President Marcos’ commitment to solving the Philippines’ problem with plastic pollution and climate change, we urge the President to take immediate...

Bumpy task of tracking microplastics across Africa

“We know that there is serious plastic pollution going on, but what we observed at Osun River was beyond expectation.” Dr Gideon Idowu, an...

Investigation raises concerns over plastic waste accumulation on shores of Africa’s Rift Valley lakes

An investigation into the concentration of microplastics in some Africa Rift Valley lakes has found no traces of microplastics there. However, the plastic wastes...

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Govt generated $500m in export revenue in 2025 – Minister

The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr Jumoke Oduwole, says the ministry generated over $500 million in export...
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Waste-2-Energy: Lagos launches Ikosi Market anaerobic digester

The Lagos State Ministry of Environment and Water Resources (MOE&WR) has officially launched the Ikosi Market Anaerobic Digester powered...

The menace of motor parks and markets on Lagos Island streets

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Govt generated $500m in export revenue in 2025 – Minister

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Waste-2-Energy: Lagos launches Ikosi Market anaerobic digester

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