NEWS

FG, ICRC partner on water, sanitation infrastructure
The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph Utsev, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to promoting Public-Private Partnerships

Right of way restoration: Lagos extends removal notice to owners of structures on Ikota river setback

Unsustainable fashion and textiles in focus for International Day of Zero Waste 2025
HEALTH

GEF Council approves mercury-related projects in 20 countries
At its 69th Council Meeting, the Global Environment Facility (GEF) approved a new work program that includes three major
ENERGY

UN climate body, partner establish Energy Cluster platform
A new partnership between the Global Energy Interconnection Development and Cooperation Organization (GEIDCO) and the UNFCCC is set to bolster

Activists express concern over Kenya commercial bank support for EACOP, condemn arrest of 11 activists
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH

UNEP, FAO recognize World Restoration Flagships in East Africa, Mexico, and Spain
The UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the UN (FAO) have named the first World
WASTE MANAGEMENT

SRADeV Nigeria laments Nigeria’s decision to import non-hazardous waste from EU
Sustainable Research and Action for Environmental Development (SRADeV Nigeria) strongly condemns Nigeria’s decision to apply for the importation of so-called
SCIENCE
- Groups inaugurate first Lagos automotive hub/museum for mass employment
- Latin American, Caribbean countries establish priorities for FAO’s work in the region
- International Day of Women and Girls in Science: UN seeks support for women in science
INTERVIEW
- Amalgam phase out: Mercury-free dentistry has come to Africa- Brown 14th October 2024
- We used methodology involving toolkits to gather data about plastic waste generation management – Prof. Onianwa 2nd May 2024
- COVID-19: GEF to hold first virtual Council meeting in June 10th May 2020
CLIMATE CHANGE
Bonn SB 62 climate talks must rebuild trust through justice- CSOs
As delegates gather for the UNFCCC SB62 climate negotiations, civil society voices from across the Global South and North are
SDG's

NiMet partners CARE to promote sustainable development in Nigeria
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), and the Cooperative for Assistance and Relief Everywhere In Nigeria (CARE), have signed a memorandum

Bluewater, ANOC launch 4-year partnership to deliver sustainable drinking water solutions globally
NATURE

CGIAR Sustainable Farming Program deploying scientific tools to ensure food security from pests, disease
World Pest Day is observed on June 6th to raise awareness about the impact of pests on human health, food,
VIEW POINT

A family united in action under Multilateral Environmental Agreements- Inger Andersen
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Executive Director, Inger Andersen, in her speech at the ongoing sixth United Nations Environment Assembly

Indigenous Knowledge and Climate Resilience in the Amazon: Bridging traditional wisdom and modern technology
POLLUTION
- How data is helping cities counter plastic pollution- UNEP
- Women miners want strict compliance to EIA by mining coys
- Single use plastic: Lagos to commence enforcement of ban soon