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UN moves to ensure clean energy in Nigeria

The United Nations has advanced its clean energy drive in Nigeria by unveiling a solar power project designed to reduce electricity costs, cut carbon...

UN carbon market approves first‑ever issuance of credits under the Paris Agreement

A UN Body has approved the first credits to be issued under the UN carbon market established by the Paris Agreement.  The approved activity is a clean‑cooking project in Myanmar, which distributes efficient...

Climate change: Countries urged to support Vanuatu’s proposed UN resolution

Vanuatu has tabled a draft resolution to the UN to formally endorse last year’s International Court of Justice advisory opinion on climate change. Despite pressure from...

Over four million girls still at risk of female genital mutilation – UN

In 2026 alone, an estimated 4.5 million girls – many under the age of five – are at risk of undergoing female genital mutilation (FGM)....

How to get involved in UN World Wildlife Day 2026 – CITES

The countdown is officially on: in just one month, the world will come together to celebrate United Nations World Wildlife Day 2026 and the...

UN chief calls for renewed efforts on peace, sustainable development

UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, has called for renewed efforts on peace, justice and sustainable development amid global tensions rising and “reckless actions” triggering dangerous consequences. Guterres...

Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ risks undermining international cooperation, UN system – Group

The Donald Trump administration has unveiled plans for a “Board of Peace” reportedly offering permanent membership in exchange for billion-dollar payments. Amid mixed global reactions...

UN urges media to spotlight humanitarian crisis 

The United Nations has called for stronger global media engagement on humanitarian crisis around the world, particularly the situation in Yemen. The organisation said that...

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Minister wants regional energy hubs established to boost cross-border mining

The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, has called for the establishment of regional energy hubs as a...
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Elumelu Foundation commits $16m to empowering additional 3,200 young African entrepreneurs

The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) on Sunday, March 22, unveiled 3,200 new beneficiaries with 5,000 dollars empowerment grant for...

Centre flags rising fake news, insecurity, political distrust shaping Nigeria’s pre-election climate

The Centre for Crisis Communication (CCC) has raised fresh concerns over a dangerous convergence of insecurity, political distrust, and...

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Minister wants regional energy hubs established to boost cross-border mining

The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, has...

Elumelu Foundation commits $16m to empowering additional 3,200 young African entrepreneurs

The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) on Sunday, March 22,...