Chinese mining CEO arrested in Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyz authorities detain Chinese CEO of gold mining firm accused of major environmental damage amid growing anti-China sentiment. Read full details.
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Rivers revokes land for waste disposal facility
Rivers State Government acquires 65,757.74m² land in Igwuruta for REWAMA waste disposal project under public interest. Read details on the Land Use Act invocation.
Nigeria's Climate Health Needs Resilience & Data - Expert
Environmental expert Oluwaferanmi Akinyemi reveals how Nigeria can combat climate-health challenges through resilience, data systems, and community engagement. Learn the urgent priorities.
Rivers Revokes Land for Waste Disposal Project
Rivers State Government acquires 65,758 sq metres in Igwuruta for a new waste disposal and recycling facility to boost public health and environmental management.
Digital Rights Bill: Stakeholders Focus on Minors' Safety
Stakeholders in Lagos discuss Nigeria's Digital Rights and Freedom Bill, emphasizing minors' protection and balancing national security with human rights in digital spaces.
HYPREP tightens security after Eleme tank rupture
HYPREP announces enhanced security measures at Ogoni project sites following Ebubu water facility rupture. Restoration efforts underway as community faces water shortage.
Six Arrested for Illegal Dumping in Lagos
Lagos authorities arrest six individuals for illegal refuse dumping in Meiran. Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab confirms offenders face legal action at LAWMA. Read details.
15 Petitions Flood Rivers Human Rights Tribunal
Over 15 petitions presented at the People’s Tribunal in Port Harcourt expose human rights abuses and environmental injustice in Rivers State. Victims seek justice where conventional systems have failed.
Niger Delta Demands Urgent Oil Spill Remediation
Stakeholders urge the Federal Government to immediately remediate Niger Delta oil spills, enabling a return to agriculture and economic diversification ahead of the global energy transition.
Ogun State Advances Sustainable Waste Management
Ogun State government reaffirms commitment to building cleaner, safer industrial ecosystem through stakeholder workshop on waste management standards and solutions.
EU Delays Deforestation Rules to 2026 After Opposition
EU member states approve one-year delay to anti-deforestation regulations, pushing implementation to end of 2026 amid business concerns. Environmental groups condemn the move.
Experts Advocate Sustainable Procurement in Nigeria
Procurement experts in Nigeria are urged to adopt global sustainable practices for future generations. Learn how this impacts national development.
Haitian Gangs Profit from Baby Eel Trade
Criminal gangs in Haiti are enriching themselves through illegal baby eel trafficking to Asia. Learn how this murky trade fuels violence and environmental damage.
Lagos champions environmental sustainability with youth
Lagos State government reinforces commitment to environmental sustainability through youth education program, engaging students as change agents for climate action.
Lagos residents protest irregular PSP waste collection
Lagos residents raise alarm over irregular PSP waste collection, forcing households to burn refuse or dump in gutters. Health and environmental concerns mount across communities.
15 beggars arrested in Lagos street begging crackdown
Lagos State Government arrests 15 street beggars in Ikosi Ketu and Mile 12 raid. Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab vows to maintain order and safety in public spaces. Read more about the enforcement operation.
BHP liable for Brazil mine disaster: UK court
British court rules BHP responsible for 2015 Brazil dam collapse that killed 19, unleashed toxic mud. Mining giant faces potential £36 billion compensation claim. Full details on the landmark environmental case.
Niger Delta Communities Demand Justice for Oil Damage
Niger Delta communities demand justice and remediation for decades of environmental degradation from oil spills and gas flaring. Read their emotional testimonies.
FCT EXCO Approves Abuja Waste & Traffic Contracts
FCT Executive Council has approved new contracts for improved waste management and traffic control in Abuja. Changes begin November 17. Read details.
New Capital Gains Tax Rules Protect Small Investors
Federal Government clarifies new progressive Capital Gains Tax rates from 0% to 30% starting January 2026. Small investors get exemptions while large corporations face higher rates. Learn how this affects your investments.
EU Votes to Weaken Green Business Sustainability Rules
European lawmakers vote to scale back corporate sustainability rules, reducing company obligations on environmental and human rights due diligence. Key changes expected to pass.
Lagos removes beggars from Ketu-Alapere road
Lagos State Government has cleared beggars from Ketu-Alapere road to ensure traffic flow and public safety. The individuals will be profiled and handed over to authorities. #CleanerLagos
NCC Calls for Protection of NNPC's Technologies
Nigerian Copyright Commission stresses crucial need to safeguard NNPC's intellectual properties including patents and trade secrets for national development. Workshop equips staff with IP management skills.
HIV-positive man arrested for raping 4-year-old in Yobe
Yobe State Police arrest HIV-positive man for sexually assaulting 4-year-old girl. 25 rape cases recorded since September, mostly involving minors under nine. Police urge community vigilance.
Lagos Governor Launches Climate Investment Plan for Coastal Resilience
Lagos State launches comprehensive Climate Adaptation and Resilience Plan with focus on coastal protection, green infrastructure, and sustainable development to address climate threats.
Nigeria Cements Climate Leadership as COP30 Starts
Nigeria reinforces its position as West Africa's climate action pioneer with ambitious environmental policies and regional collaboration initiatives as world leaders gather for COP30.
Nigeria Climate Summit: Bold Steps for Green Future
Nigerian leaders unite at Climate Action Summit, unveiling ambitious environmental policies and sustainable development initiatives for a cleaner, greener Nigeria.
Kogi Declares Friday Public Holiday for Sanitation
Governor Ahmed Ododo announces Friday as public holiday across Kogi State for comprehensive environmental sanitation, urging full citizen participation.
Coinbase fined €1.25M in Ireland for GDPR breaches
Ireland's Data Protection Commission fines cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase €1.25 million for serious GDPR violations in data processing practices.
Multichoice Nigeria's Student Anti-Piracy Education Drive
Multichoice Nigeria launches educational campaign against digital piracy, empowering students with knowledge about intellectual property rights and the dangers of content theft in Nigeria's digital landscape.
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