Nigeria Plans Bamboo Homes for Housing Crisis
Nigeria explores bamboo construction to tackle 22 million housing deficit. Federal Ministry of Science and Technology pushes climate-smart solution amid expert concerns about implementation challenges.
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Africa's $90B Debt Crisis Blocks Climate Action
African countries spent $90B on debt servicing in 2024 while climate finance falls short. G20 summit must deliver debt relief to unlock Africa's green transition and global climate security.
Sahara Group launches 20,000-tree reforestation in Edo
Sahara Group partners with Gelegele Forest Reserve in Edo State, planting 20,000 trees to restore degraded land and fight climate change. Discover their vision for a greener Africa.
NADF Infuses Insurance into Agricultural Loans
NADF signs MoU with Leadway Assurance and Verdure Climate to provide insurance packages for agricultural loans, enhancing climate resilience for smallholder farmers across Nigeria.
How Citizen Movements Shaped Nigeria's Tax Reforms
Discover how sustained citizen advocacy through Oxfam programs influenced Nigeria's new tax laws and climate justice initiatives, empowering communities across multiple states.
Nigeria, Denmark Deepen AMR and Food Safety Collaboration
Nigeria and Denmark strengthen their alliance to combat antimicrobial resistance, enhance food safety, and promote climate-smart agriculture. Discover how this partnership is building resilient food systems for a healthier future.
Jigawa Partners AfricaRice for 3.6M MT Rice by 2030
Jigawa State partners with AfricaRice to produce 3.6 million metric tonnes of rice annually by 2030, contributing 40% of Nigeria's rice needs through climate-smart innovations.
LASEPA: 4,000 Lagos companies emit greenhouse gases
Lagos State Government reveals over 4,000 companies emit greenhouse gases. New registry launched to track emissions and promote environmental compliance across sectors.
Canada PM Faces Climate Backlash Over Oil Pipeline
Canadian PM Mark Carney faces criticism for climate policy shift, backing oil pipeline & gas projects. Explore the political and environmental implications.
Canada Advances New Oil Pipeline Amid Climate Concerns
Canadian PM Mark Carney signs agreement for new Alberta-Pacific oil pipeline, raising climate concerns while aiming to boost Asian exports amid US trade tensions.
AfDB Approves $500m Loan for Nigeria Energy Reforms
African Development Bank approves $500 million loan to support Nigeria's energy sector reforms and climate action. Learn how this funding will transform Nigeria's power sector.
Nigerian Couple's $88,000 Wedding Loan Costs $158,924
A Nigerian couple borrowed $88,000 for their wedding and will repay $158,924 over 17 years. Shocking details revealed by friend spark wedding cost debate.
Nigeria Loses 60% of Radiographers to Abroad
A medical brain drain crisis hits Nigeria as over 60% of locally-trained radiographers now practice in Europe. Experts warn of strained health systems and call for urgent reforms.
West Africa Demands Stronger Social Protection Systems
West African leaders unite to demand urgent implementation of social protection frameworks and fair green transition policies. Learn how this affects workers across the region.
Sahara Group: Nature Solutions for Africa's Climate
Sahara Group urges scaling nature-based solutions at COP30 to unlock climate finance and boost Africa's resilience. Learn about their Adopt-a-Forest initiative.
G20 Urged: Africa's Debt Crisis Blocks Climate Action
Former Ethiopian PM warns G20: Africa spends $90B on debt servicing while climate finance falls short. Debt relief essential for global climate security. Read more.
Lokoja Dialogues Launch to Boost Nigeria's Water Security
Nigeria launches Lokoja Dialogues to address water crisis, potentially boosting GDP by 6% annually and reducing farmer-herder conflicts worth $13.7 billion through WEFE nexus approach.
DSS: FG didn't mandate Mamu for terror talks
DSS operative reveals Tukur Mamu acted independently in Abuja-Kaduna train negotiations, benefiting financially from ransom payments. Case adjourned to 2026.
Climate Change Puts Spain's Economic Growth at Risk
The OECD reports that climate disasters like deadly floods increasingly threaten Spain's dynamic economy. Learn how extreme weather impacts growth and what reforms are needed.
DSS: FG didn't mandate Tukur Mamu for terror talks
A DSS witness testifies that Tukur Mamu was not authorised by the Federal Government to negotiate with terrorists from the Abuja-Kaduna train attack. Read the full court details.
Floods Kill 33, Displace Thousands in Southeast Asia
Severe flooding in Thailand and Malaysia has claimed 33 lives and displaced tens of thousands. Emergency measures deployed as climate change intensifies extreme weather.
DSS: Mamu Got N50m from Terrorist Ransom Fund
A DSS witness reveals Tukur Mamu received N50m from terrorists involved in the Kaduna train attack. The alleged negotiator also taught terrorists how to create websites. Read the full court details.
Katsina invests N14bn in water conservation project
Katsina State Government begins N14.05 billion water conservation project in Faskari to fight desertification, boost agriculture and enhance water security for communities.
Africa's $163bn Debt Crisis Needs EU Action
African leaders warn Europe must help break debt cycle as countries pay $163bn annually. Unsustainable debt hampers climate resilience and development across the continent.
Tinubu launches global flood disaster management project
President Bola Tinubu launches Global Flood Disaster Management Project to combat climate change effects and enhance Nigeria's flood resilience through proactive measures.
Nigeria's Money Supply Jumps to N117.8 Trillion
Nigeria's money supply surged by 75.9% to N117.78 trillion in two years, CBN data reveals. Experts warn this could trigger inflation if it outpaces economic productivity.
Primate Ayodele: Arrest Politicians Funding Terrorism
Primate Elijah Ayodele calls on President Tinubu to arrest governors and senators financing terrorism. He warns insecurity won't end without decisive action against sponsors.
N1.5bn Credit Facility for Women Cassava Farmers
NADF and MasterCard Foundation launch N1.5 billion credit facility empowering 12,000 women cassava farmers in Oyo State. Initiative targets 45,000 women by program completion.
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.
COP30 ends with no fossil fuel phase-out deal
COP30 climate summit in Brazil concludes without a fossil fuel phase-out agreement, leaving vulnerable nations disheartened. African groups demand climate justice.
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