By Olaitan Idris MTN Nigeria in partnership with the WorldWide Fund through its local partner the Nigerian Conservation Foundation, on Monday, unveiled the Nigeria PachiPanda Challenge 2025, aimed at empowering young people to promote environmental sustainability. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the challenge is designedContinue Reading
By Patricia Amogu The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA), in partnership with government and private sector stakeholders, has unveiled a $500 million fundraising drive for the Global Flood Disaster Management Project (GFDMP). The ‘Stay Afloat’ initiative aims to strengthen early-warning systems, expand resilient infrastructure, build technical capacity, and enhance communityContinue Reading
By Mercy Omoike The Environment and Safety Management Institute (ESMI) has inducted 43 fellows to promote environmental sustainability and safety across the country. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the 16th ESMI induction ceremony was held on Thursday at Ikeja to certify more professionals in theContinue Reading
By Akpan Glory Experts have warned that dirty toilets and poor hygiene practices can lead to serious health problems. The warning was issued at a World Toilet Day event at the Junior Secondary School, Dutse, Abuja on Friday. It was organised by Health Communication and Visibility in partnership with BamContinue Reading
By Akpan Glory Self Help Africa (SHA) on Thursday called for stronger Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) systems in Nigeria, stressing that sustainable progress depends on coordinated action, accountability, and innovative approaches. Mrs Joy Aderele, Country Director of the organisation, made the call in Abuja at the opening of theContinue Reading
By Gabriel Agbeja Osun State Government says it has leveraged digital tools, data and innovation hubs to fast-track Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) implementation in the state. Prof. Chinwe Obuaku-Igwe, the Director-General and Special Envoy of Osun State Government on Climate Change and Renewable Energy, said this during the global launchContinue Reading
By Glory Akpan Katsina State Commissioner for Water Resources, Dr Bishir Gambo, has expressed delight over the state’s recognition as Open Defecation Free (ODF) by the Clean Nigeria Campaign Secretariat. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that ODF status is given to states or communities where everyone uses safe,Continue Reading
By Tosin Kolade The Nigerian Hydrological Services Agency (NiHSA) has raised concerns over water contamination in Lagos, Kogi, and Kebbi, calling for immediate action to protect public health and ensure safe water access. NiHSA Director-General, Umar Mohammad, made the disclosure during a media briefing in Abuja on Wednesday. According toContinue Reading
By Felicia Imohimi The Federal Government on Wednesday celebrated Katsina and Jigawa States for attaining Open Defecation-Free (ODF) status, describing their achievement as a major milestone in the country’s sanitation drive. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that ODF status is given to states or communities where everyone usesContinue Reading
By Kazeem Akande Igando-Ikotun Local Council Development Area (LCDA) has officially inaugurated “Operation Red-Handed” enforcement to tackle the challenges of open defecation and urination, indiscriminate dumping of refuse and other environmental offences. The LCDA Chairman, Mr Ayinde Akinsanya, said in his remarks during the inauguration on Wednesday that the newContinue Reading
