Nigeria is facing significant health and environmental threats and risks losing $100 billion annually from the impact of climate change, according to a new report. The report released by Agora Policy,  titled, ‘Climate Change and Socio-Economic Development in Nigeria’ showed that, climate change is increasing hunger, poverty, disease-burden, migration, conflict and insecurity in Nigeria. The report also showed that the …

The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Dr. Samuel Ogbuku has announced significant strides in the realm of solar power, aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to address climate change issues in Nigeria. When a delegation from the Asteven International Company made a presentation on Renewable Energy and Carbon Credit at the NDDC headquarters in Port …

Stanbic IBTC Plc, weekend, provided 30,000 units of trees to be planted in 10 states of the federation. The financial institution said the move was one of the measures it is taking to reduce carbon emissions and then create a positive social, environmental and economic impact in the nation. The Chief Executive Officer of the bank, Dr. Demola Sogunle, disclosed …

Catholic bishops under the auspices of Caritas Nigeria have warned of imminent dangers from climate change on Nigeria, following various abuses of the environment ranging from illegal mining, indiscriminate drilling of bole holes and cutting of trees. The chief executive officer of Caritas Nigeria, Rev. Fr. Uchechukwu Obodoechina, and other bishops gave the warning while speaking at the 13th-anniversary celebration …

Lagos State Government has reiterated its commitment to support the “Arts for Climate Change” initiative through the development of climate solutions towards the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28). Renowned for its dedication to sustainability and environmental responsibility, the state government, Solution 17 and Premium Trust Bank said they are thrilled to contribute to the dialogue in a partnership, …

HP announced on Tuesday new global research conducted by Morning Consult revealing the serious actions many parents are taking due to climate change, from everyday decisions to long-term family planning. The study among parents in India, Mexico, Singapore, United Kingdom and United States found that 91 per cent of parents are concerned about the climate crisis, leading to changes that …