Bangladesh Ex-PM Sentenced to Death for Crackdown
Bangladesh's former PM Sheikh Hasina sentenced to death for crimes against humanity during student protests. UN estimates 1,400 deaths in violent crackdown. Read full details.
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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.
Italian Tourists Paid £70k for Bosnian Human Safari
Italian prosecutors investigate wealthy tourists who paid £70,000 to shoot civilians during Sarajevo siege. Shocking 'human safari' details emerge decades later.
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
Trans Lawmaker Pleads Guilty to Child Sex Crimes
Former New Hampshire lawmaker Stacie-Marie Laughton admits to child sexual exploitation involving daycare kids aged 3-5. Faces up to 30 years in federal prison. Full details.
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.
Appeal Court Reserves Judgment in EFCC vs Aiteo Boss Case
The Court of Appeal has reserved judgment in the high-profile case involving EFCC, AGF versus Aiteo CEO Benedict Peters over alleged N19.2bn money laundering charges. Legal battle continues.
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.
COP 30: Nigeria's Climate Moment of Truth
As COP 30 approaches, Nigeria faces a critical turning point in the global climate crisis. Discover why this summit represents our last best chance for meaningful climate action and what it means for Africa's future.
FirstBank Plants 50,000 Trees in 3 Years
Nigeria's premier financial institution, FirstBank, celebrates a major environmental milestone with 50,000 trees planted nationwide over three years through its 'Each One, Plant One' initiative.
CAP Plc Advocates Sustainable Paint Manufacturing in Nigeria
Chemical and Allied Products Plc leads Nigeria's paint industry toward safer, environmentally conscious manufacturing practices while maintaining quality standards.
UNICEF Fights Open Defecation in Nigeria
UNICEF sounds alarm on Nigeria's open defecation crisis, advocating for urgent construction of public toilets and improved sanitation infrastructure across the nation.
Nurse Gets Life for Killing 10 Patients in Nigeria
Court delivers life sentence to nurse convicted of killing 10 patients through lethal injections in Nigerian hospital. Chilling details emerge during trial.
Sudanese Women Describe Mass Rape Fleeing El Fasher
Disturbing eyewitness accounts emerge from Sudan as women and girls describe systematic sexual violence while fleeing conflict in El Fasher. Survivors reveal how armed men preyed on vulnerable civilians.
Nigeria-China relations face major overhaul
Nigeria reevaluates its partnership with China amid mounting debt worries and environmental impact concerns. Discover how this strategic shift could reshape bilateral relations.
Shettima Heads to Brazil for COP30 Climate Summit
Nigeria's Vice President Kashim Shettima embarks on crucial diplomatic mission to Brazil for COP30 preparatory meetings, reinforcing Nigeria's commitment to global climate action and sustainable development.
Sri Lanka Targets Big Fish in Anti-Corruption Crackdown
Sri Lanka intensifies anti-corruption campaign, targeting high-profile figures and recovering billions in stolen assets as nation rebuilds economy.
Lagos to Showcase Climate Leadership at COP30
Lagos State Government prepares to demonstrate its groundbreaking climate initiatives and sustainable urban development models at the upcoming COP30 global climate summit in Brazil.
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