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World Health Day: Medical practitioners task govt on central water system

Some medical practitioners have urged the Federal Government to work towards establishing a central water system to promote access to safe and affordable water...

World Health Day: Group urges protection of public health from climate change, plastic pollution

In the spirit of the commemoration of the World Health Day on Sunday, April 7, 2024, environmental NGO, BAN Toxics, has highlighted the urgent...

Health for all: SSB taxes towards improved healthcare access

As we commemorate the 2023 World Health Day, it is an opportune moment to reflect on the state of healthcare and access to medical...

World Health Day: Firm raises awareness of poor waste disposal

Management consulting firm, Boston Consulting Group (BCG) Nigeria, has raised awareness for the environmental, health and climate impact of improper waste disposal in drainages,...

Climate emergency, impediment to achieving global goals – UNFPA

The UN Population Fund (UNFPA) has identified climate emergency or crisis as impediment to achieving global goals. Ms Natalia Kanem, Executive Director, UNFPA, said this...

World Health Day: WHO calls on govts to mitigate climate crisis

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has called on governments to take urgent actions to protect health and mitigate climate crisis. The UN health agency also...

World Health Day: Billions of people still breathe unhealthy air – WHO

Almost the entire global population (99%) breathes air that exceeds World Health Organisation (WHO) air quality limits and threatens their health. A record number of...

Nestlé introduces ‘Live Strong With Iron’ campaign

As part of its actions to address the challenge of iron deficiency in Nigeria, Nestlé Nigeria on Wednesday, April 7, 2021 commenced the “Live Strong...

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‘Libreville commitment’ adopted towards elimination of mercury-containing skin-lightening cosmetics in Africa

A high-level regional meeting in Libreville, Gabon, brought together African ministers, international experts and civil society leaders to address...
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National Adaptation Plans: Building resilience in a changing climate

National plans to adapt to the escalating impacts of climate change are a necessity for every country. Whether developed...

Australian miner supports call for Fossil Fuel Treaty to deliver Real Zero emissions target

At the World Economic Forum, the Australian mining company, Fortescue, has formally endorsed the proposal for a Fossil Fuel...

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‘Libreville commitment’ adopted towards elimination of mercury-containing skin-lightening cosmetics in Africa

A high-level regional meeting in Libreville, Gabon, brought together...

National Adaptation Plans: Building resilience in a changing climate

National plans to adapt to the escalating impacts of...
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