Lady Explains Why She Threw Away Neighbour's Christmas Rice
A Nigerian lady's video of disposing cooked rice from a neighbour has ignited a social media storm on food waste and etiquette. Find out why she did it and the mixed reactions.
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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.
48-Year-Old Bags 13 Months Service for Sanitation Offences
A Lagos court sentences Makinde Rasaq to 13 months community service for multiple sanitation violations. LAWMA warns residents against indiscriminate waste disposal.
Experts Back Tinubu, Pledge 2.3 Million Agricultural Jobs
Agricultural experts under EDUFACS pledge to create 2.3 million jobs, supporting President Tinubu's food security agenda. Learn how large-scale farming and youth training will boost Nigeria's economy.
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.
Don Calls for Urgent Action on Nigeria's Food Crisis
A professor warns Nigeria's food insecurity is a national security threat, with 26.5 million facing acute hunger. He calls for urgent action on security and production. Read more.
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.
Lagos clears roadside markets on Ikotun-Igando Road
Lagos State Government clears roadside traders on Ikotun-Igando Road to reclaim walkways and enforce laws. Commissioner Wahab details the state's waste-to-wealth drive for a sustainable environment.
Yishawu's 50% Discount Food Market Eases Lagos Burden
Lagos lawmaker Gbolahan Yishawu launches a 50% discount food market in Eti-Osa, providing subsidized staples to over 10,000 residents for Christmas. Read how this initiative is easing economic pressure.
NAFDAC Orders Recall of Indomie Noodles Over Allergens
NAFDAC alerts Nigerians to recall of Indomie Vegetable Flavour noodles due to undeclared milk and eggs. Consumers urged to discard product and report sightings.
Osun Trains 1,000 in Waste-to-Energy Conversion
Osun State empowers 1,000 youths and women with practical skills to convert waste into clean energy and income. The initiative targets green entrepreneurship and a circular economy.
Lagos Reintroduces Monthly Sanitation to Tackle Waste
Lagos State plans to bring back monthly environmental sanitation to address severe waste management challenges. The state generates up to 15,000 tonnes of waste daily but collects less than a third. Read the full plan.
Nigeria Launches PCB Treatment Centre to Tackle Hazardous Waste
Nigeria inaugurates a state-of-the-art PCB treatment facility in Abuja, a major step in combating chemical pollution and protecting public health under the Stockholm Convention. Read more.
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.
Sanwo-Olu Backs Food Entrepreneurs for Lagos Food Security
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu commits to empowering food innovators at the 2025 Lagos Food Festival. Read how the state is strengthening its food value chain and celebrating culinary diversity.
Nigerian Startup Transforms Waste into Valuable Furniture
Discover how Lagos-based Zannytecture is tackling Nigeria's waste crisis by upcycling tyres and plastic bottles into stylish furniture, creating green jobs and generating millions in revenue. Read their inspiring story.
Ogun State Adopts Community Service for Waste Offenders
Ogun State introduces community service for illegal dumping, replacing fines. Commissioner Oresanya details new enforcement strategy and environmental initiatives. Report noise pollution via 09010480056.
LASG Plans 100 CNG Waste Trucks, 10-Year Clean-Up Strategy
Lagos State Government announces a 10-year plan to procure 100 CNG compactor trucks in 2026, aiming for 2,000 total trucks. LAWMA MD Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin details new billing, tricycles & landfill phase-out. Read more.
Food Bank Targets 40m Nigerians in Hunger Intervention
MATAN Food Bank launches an automated digital initiative to provide direct food access for over 40 million Nigerians, backed by the House of Representatives. Read how this plan tackles the nation's food crisis.
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.
Nigeria Loses $10bn Yearly to Post-Harvest Waste
Nigeria loses up to $10 billion annually from post-harvest losses, threatening food security and economic growth. Agritech CEO Segun Alabi calls for urgent action on storage and logistics.
Nigeria loses $10b annually to post-harvest waste
Nigeria loses an estimated $10 billion yearly due to post-harvest losses, threatening food security. Expert Segun Alabi calls for urgent action on storage, processing, and turning waste into wealth.
Lagos Sets 18-Month Timeline to Close Major Landfills
Lagos State Government announces Olusosun and Soluos dump sites will be decommissioned within 18 months. New waste plants in Badagry, Ikorodu, and Epe to serve as alternatives. Read more about the environmental transformation.
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.
NY Mayor's City-Run Grocery Stores Plan Sparks Debate
New York's incoming socialist mayor Zohran Mamdani proposes government-run supermarkets to address food insecurity affecting 1.4 million residents. The plan faces criticism from conservatives.
Troops arrest herders for crop destruction in Benue
Nigerian Army troops arrest two criminal herders for trespassing and destroying crops in Makurdi. Swift intervention prevents farmer-herder clash during harvest season.
25% of Lagos diseases caused by pollution - LASEPA
LASEPA reveals 25% of hospital diseases in Lagos stem from environmental pollution. 74 industries sanctioned. Report polluters for a healthier Lagos.
35 Million Nigerians Face Severe Hunger Due to Insecurity
UN warns rising insecurity in Northern Nigeria could push 35 million into severe hunger during 2026 lean season. WFP emergency resources deplete by December without urgent funding.
NBS Reports Significant Drop in Nigerian Food Prices
NBS data reveals a welcome decline in prices of beans, garri, and maize in Nigeria for September 2025. Discover the latest food price trends and regional variations.
Man Dies While Waiting for Food Order in Zimbabwe
Tragedy strikes as customer collapses and dies while waiting for food at Bulawayo eatery. Police investigation ongoing. Learn emergency response tips.
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