Bauchi Mobilises Experts Against Bush Burning
Bauchi State forms a climate assembly with experts to fight bush burning and deforestation, aiming to protect agriculture and public health. Learn about the new strategies.
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Man arrested for attacking motorist with broken-down car in Lagos
Lagos State taskforce arrests a man who attacked and demanded money from a stranded motorist on Oshodi-Iyana Ipaja Road. Suspect detained, to be arraigned. Read full details.
Noise Pollution Tops Lagos Environmental Complaints
LASEPA reports noise pollution dominated 2025 complaints. Agency plans stricter enforcement, more air monitors, and chemical market oversight to protect public health in Lagos.
Group Calls for Stronger Police Action on Environmental Crimes
CERADF urges Nigeria Police Force to intensify efforts against environmental violations like illegal dumping and pollution. The group cites constitutional duties and calls for public cooperation to ensure a safer environment.
Nigerian Scholar Pioneers Groundwater Contamination Research
Nigerian geoscientist Fidelis Onwuagba's pioneering research in the US is reshaping understanding of groundwater contamination, earning awards and providing critical data for public health and environmental management. Read his inspiring story.
Where is Harmattan? Nigeria's Vanishing Cold Season
Unprecedented heat replaces Nigeria's harmattan season, raising urgent climate questions. Experts warn of environmental shifts and call for immediate action. Read the full analysis.
Ogoni Stakeholders React to Abe, Kobani Board Nominations
Ogoni stakeholders commend Magnus Abe and Kenneth Kobani's nominations to NUPRC and NMDPRA boards but insist appointments don't signal oil resumption. They demand environmental cleanup first.
Fubara Calls for Ogoni Unity Amid Renewed Federal Talks
Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara appeals for unity among Ogoni people during Ogoni Day, as MOSOP emphasizes peaceful conflict resolution for sustainable development. Read more.
Gambia University Renames School After Dr Akinwumi Adesina
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 Bans Timber Transport, Stops Dredging
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!
Rivers Community Demands FG Action on Oil Pollution
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 buried in waste as residents fear health disaster
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.
Lagos Issues 3-Day Ultimatum to Ikorodu Steel Companies
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.
Man remanded for illegal waste dumping in Lagos
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.
Tinubu hails Ogoni peace pact ahead of oil resumption
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.
Man arrested for dumping refuse on Lagos road
Lagos State Task Force arrests Makinde Rasaq for indiscriminate waste disposal. Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab warns of zero tolerance for environmental infractions. Read more.
GEF stakes $372m on Nigeria, Africa environment projects
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 suspends 3 firms for environmental 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.
Ogun Suspends 3 Firms Over Ogijo Lead Pollution
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.
Beetles Block Europe's Biggest Rare Earths Mine
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.
University, Worship Centre in Noise Pollution Dispute
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.
PANDEF Endorses Tinubu's Oil Sector Reforms
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.
Anambra Communities Lament Destructive Sand Dredging
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).
World Bank Boosts Funding for Nigeria's Skills Project
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.
Beautiful Nubia's War Against Deforestation in Nigeria
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.
Vietnam's Toxic Plastic Recycling Villages Exposed
In Vietnam's recycling villages, workers face severe health risks from toxic pollution while processing 1.8 million tonnes of plastic waste annually. Discover the hidden cost of the global waste trade.
Experts: Use Alternative Energy to Boost Nigeria's Blue Economy
Environmental engineers call on the Tinubu administration to leverage Nigeria's 209 TCF gas reserves and alternative energy to drive a sustainable blue economy, creating jobs and wealth.
Akwa Ibom is Nigeria's Cleanest State for 2025
Akwa Ibom State has been ranked Nigeria's cleanest state for 2025. The report also reveals a worrying decline in national sanitation and public health indicators. Read more and see the full rankings.
Ogun Offers Free Lead Tests for Ogijo Residents
Ogun State Government begins free lead poisoning testing for Ogijo residents following shutdown of battery recycling plants. Testing starts Monday at Ogijo Primary Health Centre.
96 Arrested for Flouting Sanitation Law in Nasarawa
Nasarawa State Government arrested 96 persons for violating environmental sanitation laws. The state also plans to revitalize waste recycling plants in Lafia and Karu to improve public health.
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