Wike must urgently reactivate Flood Control Master Plan in Rivers – Dakuku
The 2015 governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, Dr Dakuku Peterside has called on Governor Nyesom Wike to urgently reactivate […]
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Flood: Delta rice farmers commence harvest
The Rice Farmers Association of Nigeria (RIFAN), Delta Chapter, says its members have commenced harvest ahead of the anticipated perennial flooding in the state. Chief […]
World Bank forecasts Somalia’s economy to grow at 2.4% in 2021
The World Bank on Tuesday projected Somalia’s economy to grow at 2.4 per cent in 2021, rebounding from the “triple shock” – Coronavirus (COVID-19), flooding, […]
Buhari inaugurates projects, assures Imo of more FG’s presence
President Mohammadu Buhari on Thursday inaugurated four key projects in Imo and assured the people of more Federal Government’s presence in the state.Addressing the people […]
We are ready for predicted flooding — South-South states
The Edo State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) says it has made adequate arrangements to mitigate flooding in the state as the year runs out. The […]
Hurricane Ida: Biden approves New York, New Jersey Emergency Declaration
U.S. President Joe Biden has approved emergency declarations in the states of New York and New Jersey, paving way for the states to receive much-needed […]
Edo set to contain flooding
Edo State Emergency Management Agency says it has made adequate arrangements to prevent and address flooding in the event that it occurs. Its Director, Mrs […]
Climate change impact on kids: Nigeria 2nd on UNICEF risk ranking
The UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has ranked Nigeria as second highest-riskcountry where children are susceptible to the impact of climate change. In its “Children’s Climate […]
Avoid dumping refuse in drainage channels to avert flood – Sani Bello
As torrential rains continue in Niger State, Governor Abubakar Sani Bello has urged people to desist from dumping refuse in drainage systems to avoid flooding. […]
Flood: Buni orders relocation of downstream communities
Gov. Mai Mala-Buni of Yobe has directed for the immediate relocation of downstream communities to safer grounds to avert perennial flooding occasioned by the rainfall. […]
NESREA seals off 8 factories in Osun for violating safety standards
The National Environmental Safety and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) says it has sealed off eight factories in Osun for violating environmental safety standards. Prof. Aliyu […]
World Bank project tackles flooding in Nasarawa with N1.5bn –coordinator
The Nigeria Erosion and Watershed Project (NEWMAP) is to construct N1.5 billion storm water drains in five Nasarawa local government councils, to mitigate flooding, Mr […]
NIMET predicts heavy rainfall, thunderstorms
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NIMET) has warned of possible heavy rainfall and thunderstorm in some parts of the country over the next three days. The […]
1,187 farmers to cultivate rice in Delta – RIFAN
The Rice Farmers Association of Nigeria (RIFAN) says it has profiled 1,187 farmers to participate in this year’s wet season in Delta state. Chief Sylvanus […]
Ogun Assembly urges Abiodun to appoint new environment commissioner
The Ogun House of Assembly has appealed to Gov. Dapo Abiodun to appoint a substantive Commissioner for the Ministry of Environment. Mr Olakunle Oluomo (Ifo-1), Speaker of […]
Open Defecation: Nasarawa govt. commends residents for obeying Presidential directive
The Nasarawa State Government has commended people of the state for obeying the Presidential directive on open defecation. Mr Musa Ibrahim, the Commissioner for Environment […]
Banana Village: From swamp to shelter
A retired civil servant, Mr Jacob Akpaso, moved to the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) with his family after his retirement in 1977 in search of […]
LG boss warns against indiscriminate refuse dumping during rainy season
Chairman of Ikole Local Government Council in Ekiti State, Mr Sola Olominu, on Tuesday warned against the dumping of wastes in drainage canals. Olominu told the […]
World Environment Day: Protect wetlands, Lagos TUC urges govt
The Lagos State Council, Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC), has urged the Lagos State Government to protect the state’s wetlands, to save the environment […]
FG to secure $75m W/Bank loan for water supply to communities
The Federal Government has commenced dialogue with the World Bank to secure a $75 million loan to provide water in communities nationwide. The Minister of […]
Edo commences desilting of drainages to prevent flooding – Perm Sec.
The Edo Government has begun desilting of drainages across the state to prevent flooding as the rains set in, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Environment, Lucky […]
Flood: Yahaya warns residents against dumping refuse in drainages
Gov. Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has advised residents to desist from dumping refuse in drainages to avert flood as the rain approaches. Yahaya gave […]
Food availability: Expert harps on climate resilient farming practices
Mr Kolawole Banwo, a Development Expert, says adoption of climate resilient farming practices is a major panacea to the present shortage and high cost of […]
Flooding: Environmentalist harps on clean drainages, effective waste management
An environmentalist, Mr Emmanuel Emechete, has called for adequate drainage clearing and effective waste management ahead of the rainy season to prevent flooding. Emechete made […]
Kano state govt to inaugurate waste recycling project, create 4,000 jobs –official
The Kano State Government says it has concluded arrangements to inaugurate its Integrated Waste Recycling project, to enhance sanitation and protect the environment. The state […]