Residents and a Baptist cleric in Ibadan have appealed to the Oyo State Government to release additional compensation for victims of the 2024 Bodija explosion, as a remembrance service marks two years since the tragic incident.
Families of 16 Kano hunters massacred in Edo state threaten a major protest in Abuja as promised compensation remains unpaid eight months later, plunging them into poverty. #Justice #Nigeria
A blind widow in Edo State appeals to Governor Monday Okpebholo for justice after her husband was killed by a task force vehicle and a N500m court-awarded compensation remains unpaid.
Okoyong community in Cross River petitions security agencies over alleged irregularities in compensation for the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway. Residents demand transparency and a review of the process to prevent unrest.
Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara appeals for unity among Ogoni people during Ogoni Day, as MOSOP emphasizes peaceful conflict resolution for sustainable development. Read more.
The Agunbiade family in Ogbomoso renews its plea for compensation from the Oyo State government for ancestral land acquired for LAUTECH over three decades ago. They question fairness after Osun State reportedly received ₦8bn.
The University of The Gambia honours ex-AfDB President Dr Akinwumi Adesina by renaming its School of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences after him. Discover his transformative impact on Africa.
Bayelsa State Government bans movement of forest products and suspends all dredging activities from January 1, 2026. Commissioner Ebi Ben Ololo warns of arrests for violators. Protect the environment now!
Leaders in Rivers State's Kpean community demand urgent federal action over a massive oil spill destroying farmlands and rivers. They accuse FG, Shell, and NNPCL of negligence.
Lagos is drowning in refuse as piles of waste block roads and drains across the city. Residents and health experts warn of an imminent public health crisis, with diseases like cholera and Lassa fever looming. Read more.
Nigeria's NCAA facilitated over N1 billion in passenger refunds in 2025, marking its highest-ever volume. The authority credits stricter enforcement and 24/7 consumer support for the shift.
LASEPA orders six steel firms in Odogunyan, Ikorodu, to install pollution controls within 72 hours or face sanctions. The move follows alarming air quality data and resident complaints.
A Lagos mobile court has remanded Makinde Rasaq for illegal waste disposal and obstruction. He faces seven charges under state environmental law. Read the full details and sentencing.
President Tinubu commends Ogoni peace efforts for oil revival, but activists demand justice and environmental cleanup first. Read the full story on the tensions and government plans.
Lagos State Task Force arrests Makinde Rasaq for indiscriminate waste disposal. Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab warns of zero tolerance for environmental infractions. Read more.
The Nigerian Air Force has paid compensation to families affected by the December 2024 accidental airstrike in Sokoto that killed 13 civilians. Details on the investigation and new civilian harm mitigation plan inside.
The Global Environment Facility approves over $372 million to tackle urgent environmental issues in Nigeria and other nations. The funds target biodiversity, climate change, and pollution.
Ogun State Government suspends three environmental consultancy firms for negligence in enforcing pollution laws at battery recycling plants in Ogijo. Read the full report.
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana and the family of labour icon Michael Imoudu have rejected a N23 million compensation from Lagos State for land valued at N250m, calling for a labour museum instead.
The Nigerian Air Force has finally handed over compensation to families affected by the December 2024 accidental strike in Sokoto. The move follows criticism over civilian casualties in anti-bandit operations. Read the full report.
The Oyo State Circular Road committee visited Olubadan Oba Ladoja to update him on the 110km project and address compensation issues. The monarch urged fair resolution for affected landowners.
Ogun State suspends three environmental consultancy firms for negligence in the Ogijo lead poisoning case. Read the full report on the government's actions and audit findings.
Femi Falana and the Imoudu family have rejected a N23m compensation from the Lagos State government for land valued at N250m. They demand fair payment or a labour museum. Read the full story.
Plans to mine Europe's largest rare earth deposit in Norway face delays over environmental fears for endangered beetles and mosses. Discover the clash between green energy goals and conservation.
Augustine University in Epe pleads with LASEPA as loudspeakers from Ori Oke Iyanu disrupt studies and health. The VC reports a staff member hospitalized. Read the full story.
Following the 2025 Air India Boeing 787 crash, interim compensation has been paid to the lone survivor, victims' families, and ground survivors. Total liabilities reach hundreds of millions of dollars. Read the full report.
The Pan-Niger Delta Forum has endorsed President Tinubu's oil and gas reforms, praising key appointments but calling for greater inclusion of local professionals and expanded environmental cleanup. Read more.
Aguleri communities in Anambra East decry sand dredgers' destructive activities near Agbanabo Ezu na Omambala riverbank, lamenting the absence of an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA).
The World Bank has approved additional financing for Nigeria's SPESSE project, citing its 'satisfactory' performance in bridging critical skills gaps in procurement and environmental standards. Over 85,000 Nigerians have been trained.
Nigerian singer Beautiful Nubia condemns the destruction of Nigeria's trees. He warns of dire consequences if deforestation continues on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway and beyond. Read his urgent plea.