158 LGAs, 2 States Achieve Open Defecation Free Status
Nigeria celebrates as 158 LGAs and 2 states achieve open defecation free status. FG and UK partners call for sustained efforts to expand WASH achievements nationwide.
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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.
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.
Katsina declared Open Defecation-Free, joins Jigawa
Katsina State has been officially declared Open Defecation Free, making it the second state after Jigawa to achieve this sanitation milestone. Discover Nigeria's progress toward the 2030 ODF target.
Lagos Commits to Accessible Sanitation on World Toilet Day
Lagos State government has reaffirmed its commitment to providing safe, affordable, and sustainable sanitation for all residents, announcing 200 new public toilets and partnerships to achieve an Open Defecation Free status by 2030.
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.
Nigeria's $14.23bn Sanitation Economy by 2030
Vice President Shettima urges accelerated action to tap Nigeria's $14.23 billion sanitation economy potential by 2030. Learn how this impacts public health and national development.
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.
L-PRES Training Transforms Taraba Meat Handling
Taraba butchers adopt modern hygiene practices after L-PRES training, ensuring safer meat for consumers and boosting business confidence across the state.
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.
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
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.
Lagos Fashion Week Wins Earthshot Prize 2025
Nigeria's Lagos Fashion Week has clinched the 2025 Earthshot Prize, becoming the first African organization to win this global environmental award for its revolutionary sustainable fashion initiatives.
Lagos Launches Climate Policy to Drive Green Investment
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu unveils Lagos Climate Action Plan, positioning Nigeria's economic hub as prime destination for sustainable investments while tackling climate threats head-on.
DISCO Battles Climate Change with School Tree Planting
In a bold move against climate change, a Nigerian electricity distribution company launches environmental sustainability project, planting trees at a Bauchi school to combat deforestation and educate youth.
FULafia to Plant 1 Million Trees Against Desertification
Federal University of Lafia launches massive environmental campaign to combat desert encroachment through strategic tree planting initiative across multiple states.
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