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Leslie Adogame: Why SRADev supports Lagos’ decision to ban single-use plastics

The Sustainable Research and Action for Environmental Development (SRADev Nigeria) is pleased to express its full support for the recent decision by the Government...

Niger Delta communities lament losses, neglect following July oil spill

The people of the coastal communities of Odimodi, Beneboye and Isiayeigbene in Iduwini Clan of Burutu Local Government area of Delta State have called...

UNGA 79: Nigeria joins global campaign against lead poisoning

Nigeria has joined the global campaign against lead poisoning, aimed at safeguarding the lives of vulnerable groups and marginalised communities. The Minister of Solid Minerals...

Stakeholders advocate reduction of marine plastic pollution before 2050

The Global Environment Facility (GEF) and the Initiative for the Advancement of Waste Management in Africa (Waste Africa) say there is need to reduce...

Study identifies European cities with the highest noise pollution

Prolonged exposure to noise levels of 65 decibels (dB) or higher can lead to serious health issues, including increased risks of heart attacks, hypertension,...

ECOWAS devises regional action plan to tackle plastic pollution

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is stepping up efforts to combat plastic pollution across the region. A two-day workshop in Accra, Ghana,...

Clean Air Day highlights urgent need to invest in air pollution solutions for global prosperity

The world marked the fifth annual International Day of Clean Air for blue skies on Saturday, September 7, 2024, with calls for investment in clean...

Clean Air Day: Minister decries vehicular emissions as top air pollutant

Minister of State for Environment, Dr Iziaq Salako, says that vehicular emissions are the greatest contributor to air pollution in Nigeria. He made this statement...

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Group clamours people centred policies before resumption of oil operations in Ogoniland

The Environmental Defenders Network (EDEN) has called on the Federal Government of Nigeria and all relevant agencies to address...
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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,...

African Energy Summit: Adesina calls for urgent action on electrification

President/Chairman, Board of Directors, African Development Bank (AfDB) Group, Dr Akinwumi Adesina, has called for urgent action on electrification...

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Group clamours people centred policies before resumption of oil operations in Ogoniland

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