The United Nations has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering on its global mandates following a decision by United States President Donald Trump to withdraw the country from dozens of international organisations, treaties and conventions, including key climate and environmental bodies. In a statement issued on January 8, 2026, UN Secretary-General António Guterres expressed regret over […]
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
On January 8, 2026, Turkey was struck by a ferocious and widespread storm system, unleashing violent winds, torrential rains and chaotic weather conditions that battered coastal cities and inland provinces alike, forcing transport shutdowns, infrastructure damage and urgent warnings from authorities. According to a report by Turkish Minute, the storm swept across İstanbul and extended
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The US President, Donald Trump, has drawn sharp criticism after announcing the United States’ withdrawal from the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), effectively isolating the country from the core global agreement guiding international action on climate change. According to The Guardian UK, the decision was formalised in a presidential memorandum issued on
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The Margo Abayomi Memorial Evergreen (MAMIE) Foundation has urged governments, scientists, and conservation bodies to prioritise the preservation of animal DNA as a long-term strategy to prevent irreversible species loss amid accelerating global biodiversity decline. Speaking in Abuja on Monday, January 5, 2026, the foundation’s co-founder, Dr. Dayo Abayomi said conserving genetic material from endangered
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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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Heirs Energies has acquired Maurel & Prom S.A.’s entire 20.07% equity stake in Seplat Energy Plc in a transaction valued at about $500 million, strengthening indigenous participation in Nigeria’s strategic energy assets. The deal covers 120.4 million ordinary shares priced at £3.05 per share and aligns with Heirs Energies’ long-term strategy to enhance energy security,
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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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