The Lagos State Government has indicated its readiness to partner with the Time for Africa Foundation to promote sustainable development and improve the quality of life of residents across the state. This Day Newspaper reported via AllAfrica on January 8, 2026, that the Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Mr Tokunbo Wahab, made this known […]
African governments, scientists, and community leaders have agreed to strengthen cross-border conservation as a key response to the escalating impacts of climate change and biodiversity loss across the continent. According to the news reports of Independent Uganda, the meeting in Maun, Botswana on 6th January 2026, brings together stakeholders from across Africa outlining a new
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Nigeria enters 2026, facing a familiar contradiction: rising environmental risks alongside growing political recognition of the climate crisis. Three recent developments, plastic pollution warnings, preparations for NESt 2026, and Nigeria’s stance at COP30, together reveal both the scale of the challenge and the urgency for action. Nigeria’s climate future will be decided not by promises
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Regulatory reforms are driving renewed investment and production growth in Africa’s oil and gas sector, with major producers such as Angola, Nigeria, and the Republic of Congo recording tangible gains from clearer rules and investor-friendly policies. According to news reports from EnviroNewsNigeria, Angola has led reform efforts through multi-year licensing rounds, new regulatory agencies, and
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Japan is reshaping its energy policy by maximising nuclear power alongside expanded renewable energy, as it seeks to cut emissions, improve energy security, and reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels after years of post-Fukushima reactor shutdowns. Under the government’s updated energy plan, nuclear power is expected to supply about 20% of electricity by 2040, with
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UNESCO has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting Nigeria’s biosphere reserves while promoting sustainable livelihoods that reduce climate-damaging human activities. The pledge was announced in Abuja by Jean-Paul Abiaga, Head of UNESCO’s Abuja Office. The organisation is focusing on the Oban (Cross River), Omo (Ogun), and Shere Hills (Plateau) biosphere reserves, where it is engaging local
Russia and African countries have agreed on a joint action plan covering 2026 to 2029 to deepen cooperation in trade, environmental protection, and climate-related initiatives. The agreement was reached at the second ministerial conference of the Russia-Africa Partnership Forum held in Moscow. The conference brought together representatives of 52 African countries and eight regional integration
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The 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29), held from November 11 to 22, 2024, in Baku, Azerbaijan, spotlighted the critical demands of global youth for climate action. This year’s conference featured the Loss and Damage Youth Coalition (LDYC) as a key voice advocating for a sustainable and equitable climate future. The LDYC’s contributions to
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The Federal Government has unveiled a plan within the proposed 2025 budget, allocating N127.27 billion to drive fertilizer production and enhance food security. This strategic intervention reflects the government’s renewed commitment to curbing inflation, bolstering farmers’ incomes, and ensuring sustainable food supply chains. According to details of the budget, Nigeria’s fertilizer sector is on the
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The COP29 climate conference concluded with a landmark agreement on Saturday, setting the foundation for a global carbon credit trading market. The deal is expected to channel billions of dollars into climate projects aimed at curbing global warming. The agreement, reached after nearly a decade of discussions, seeks to establish a credible and transparent system
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