5 h. ago Group blames tanker accidents on untrained drivers, weak regulations

The Fire Protection Association of Nigeria has raised concerns over the increasing rate of tanker fire accidents in the country, attributing the incidents to a lack of specialised training for drivers. The Chairman of the Board of Fellows of the Association, Peter Onyeri, who spoke to PUNCH Online on Sunday also noted that weak enforcement Read More

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17 h. ago Ganduje to Muslims: Remember the poor; pray for Tinubu during Ramadan 

Tribune Online Ganduje to Muslims: Remember the poor; pray for Tinubu during Ramadan  The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has urged privileged Muslims to show generosity to their fellow Muslims during the month of Ramadan. Ganduje gave the admonition at the weekend in his message to the Muslim Umma in Nigeria and around the world as the holy month of Ramadan commences. […] Ganduje to Muslims: Remember the poor; pray for Tinubu during Ramadan  Tribune Online

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20 h. ago CBN strengthens regulatory oversight to safeguard Nigeria’s financial system

Tribune Online CBN strengthens regulatory oversight to safeguard Nigeria’s financial system “Regulators expect financial institutions to maintain dynamic, risk-based AML/CFT programmes that are responsive to the evolving financial environment." CBN strengthens regulatory oversight to safeguard Nigeria’s financial system Tribune Online

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21 h. ago Oyo, Osun customs, EFCC partner to tackle wildlife smuggling

The Oyo/Osun Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission have joined forces to tackle illegal wildlife trafficking, a growing threat with significant economic and environmental consequences. This agreement was reached over the weekend during a courtesy visit by the Oyo/Osun Command’s Controller, Comptroller Joseph Adelaja, to the EFCC’s Read More

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21 h. ago Oyo/Osun Customs Comptroller commends EFCC for tackling corruption

Tribune Online Oyo/Osun Customs Comptroller commends EFCC for tackling corruption The meeting also highlighted the need for concerted efforts to combat illegal wildlife trafficking, a growing concern with economic and environmental implications. Oyo/Osun Customs Comptroller commends EFCC for tackling corruption Tribune Online

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27 h. ago Environmentalist wants efficient management of industrial activities to curb emissions, diseases

Obi Anyadiegwu, health and environmental expert, has called for efficient and effective management of industrial activities to address high level read more Environmentalist wants efficient management of industrial activities to curb emissions, diseases

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42 h. ago Ramadan: Tinubu working to ensure Nigerians thrive – APC chieftain

The All Progressives Congress National Leader of Persons With Disability, Tolu Bankole, on Saturday, said the administration of President Bola Tinubu remains committed to creating an enabling environment where every Nigerian, regardless of tribe, religion or status, will thrive. Bankole disclosed this in his Ramadan message to the Islamic faithful made available to journalists in Read More

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46 h. ago Why Pollution, Waste Management Is Essential To Oil And Gas Sector — Expert

Executive Director of Operations, Olu Tee Engineering based in Houston, Texas, United States, Titilola Shawana, has revealed why companies should tackle pollution and waste management in the oil and gas industry. Shawana, who is a Fellow of the Institute of Productivity and  Business Innovation Management (IPBIM), stated that the industry’s evolving regulatory landscape, coupled with […]

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55 h. ago Environmental degradation, tree felling: Osundare, others differ with UI

Tribune Online Environmental degradation, tree felling: Osundare, others differ with UI To what end should literature, especially the poetic kind, serve man and his society? Should poetry and its currency continue to solely be art for art sake? These questions and more raged through the minds of literary scholars and creatives who gathered in the Drapers Hall of the Institute of African Studies, University of Ibadan […] Environmental degradation, tree felling: Osundare, others differ with UI Tribune Online

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59 h. ago Rivers community falls into ruin as oil spill destroys livelihoods

An environmental catastrophe is unfolding in the Kalabari Kingdom, Rivers State, where an unchecked oil spill has poisoned the waters, decimated livelihoods, and left an entire community in despair. Fishermen return with empty nets, mothers struggle to feed their children, and a looming health crisis threatens lives, write ELLIOT OVADJE and DENNIS NAKU The people, Read More

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59 h. ago LASG, development partners collaborate against building collapse

The Lagos State Government and a coalition of development partners, including the Policy Innovation Centre, BiNTA Fellowship, Nigerian Economic Summit Group, and Integrity Organisation, have teamed up to explore behavioural insights as a solution to building collapse. The Permanent Secretary, Office of Urban Development, Olalekan Shodeinde, who spoke at a workshop with the theme ‘Nudging Read More

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62 h. ago Gov Eno Seeks Federal Intervention On Gully Erosion, Ibom Deep Seaport

Akwa Ibom State governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has called on President Bola Tinubu to intervene in the state’s worsening ecological challenges and also support the long-awaited Ibom Deep Seaport project. Speaking after leading a high-powered delegation to the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Governor Eno emphasised that Akwa Ibom was facing severe environmental threats, particularly from […]

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66 h. ago MTN Nigeria stock price hit as naira devaluation inflcits another loss

The Nigerian unit of MTN Group Ltd fell the most in 10 months in Lagos before recovering, as investors reacted read more MTN Nigeria stock price hit as naira devaluation inflcits another loss

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69 h. ago CSR must align with people’s needs for meaningful development — Ogun deputy gov

Tribune Online CSR must align with people’s needs for meaningful development — Ogun deputy gov The Ogun State Deputy Governor, Engr. Mrs Noimot Salako-Oyedele, has stated that Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is about investing in communities, protecting the environment, empowering the underprivileged, and ensuring that businesses contribute positively to the society in which they operate. CSR must align with people’s needs for meaningful development — Ogun deputy gov Tribune Online

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2 d. ago World bank project: Northern States, FCT review performances in Kaduna meeting 

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Participants from the 19 Northern States and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja on Thursday gathered in Kaduna to review their performances in project implementation of Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL),  a World Bank-financed project designed to tackle the pressing issues of land degradation and climate change in Northern Nigeria […] The post World bank project: Northern States, FCT review performances in Kaduna meeting  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago EFCC Chairman Rejects N500m Burial Gifts, Cites Ethical Leadership, Integrity

The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Olanipekun Olukoyede, has revealed that he rejected offers totaling N500 million during his mother’s burial in Ekiti State. Olukoyede made this disclosure at the Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA) Resource Centre’s 38th Anti-Corruption Situation Room (ACSR) Conference in Abuja. He recounted that he found […] The post EFCC Chairman Rejects N500m Burial Gifts, Cites Ethical Leadership, Integrity appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Gov Fubara finds location for Fed University of Environment Technology

The newly endorsed Federal University of Environment Technology Ogoni (FUETO) which was signed into life two weeks back by President read more Gov Fubara finds location for Fed University of Environment Technology

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3 d. ago Fubara approves temporary site for new federal varsity in Rivers

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has approved the Kira Campus of Rivers State University in Tai Local Government Area as the temporary site for the newly established Federal University of Environment and Technology in Ogoniland, recently approved by President Bola Tinubu. Fubara made this announcement on Thursday during an inspection visit to the Kira Campus Read More

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3 d. ago PHOTOS: Lagos tackles environmental violators, shuts hotels, churches, others

The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency has intensified its crackdown on businesses and institutions violating environmental laws, sealing multiple establishments across Surulere, Lagos Mainland, Agege, and Kosofe. The enforcement operation targeted noise pollution and the illegal siting of gas refilling plants in residential areas, both of which pose serious risks to public health and safety. Read More

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4 d. ago Mudiame Partners Leading American,German ESB To Provide Certification In Nigeria, Africa

Mudiame International Limited has announced a strategic partnership with leading American and German Exzellenz Bewertungs Systeme (ESB) to provide internationally recognised certification services in Nigeria and across Africa. The initiative, spearheaded by Mudiame’s Managing Director, Prof. Sunny Eromosele, who is also the Chancellor of Mudiame University, aimed to enhance quality assurance, environmental compliance, workplace safety, […]

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