In many Lagos kitchens and roadside stalls, used vegetable oil (popularly called “ororo”) is quietly discarded, reused repeatedly, or poured into drains, with little awareness of its hidden economic value. Mrs. Ngozi Okpala, a trader who fries bean cake (akara) at Ayobo, a Lagos suburb, said she reuses vegetable oil about five times before stopping. Okpala told reporters she prefers taking the leftover oil home for cooking rather than throwing it away. When asked about collection points for used cooking oil, she said she was unaware of any. Mrs. Magnet Udo, a civil servant, said she simply disposes of used…
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Waste pickers in Lagos have called for formal recognition and inclusion in Nigeria’s circular economy drive. Mr. Friday Oku, President of the Association of Scraps and Waste Pickers of Lagos (ASWOL), made the call on Sunday to commemorate International Waste Pickers’ Day. The theme for the 2026 International Waste Pickers’ Day is “Zero Waste and Circular Economy Initiative: No Sustainability without Waste Pickers.” Oku said sustainability is impossible without waste pickers. According to him, they recover, sort, and return valuable materials to productive use daily. “Our activities reduce landfill pressure, prevent pollution, conserve resources, and support climate action,” he said.…
The Lagos State Command and Control Centre (LSCCC) recorded 12,483 emergency incidents between January and December 2025. The General Manager, Mr. Femi Giwa, disclosed this to reporters in Lagos. Giwa said the centre coordinated responses through the state’s toll-free emergency lines, 767 and 112. He stated that accident-related emergencies accounted for the highest number, with 2,504 incidents recorded during the period. Medical emergencies followed closely with 2,397 cases, while fire-related incidents (including vehicle fires) totalled 2,165. According to him, civil disturbances accounted for 799 cases, traffic congestion-related incidents stood at 598, robbery-related incidents totalled 445, and infrastructure-related cases (including electric…
The Managing Director of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, on Saturday intensified on-site monitoring of highway sanitation, concluding the tour at Olusosun Landfill. This was contained in a statement signed by Mr. Mukaila Sanusi, Director of Public Affairs at LAWMA, on Sunday in Lagos. Sanusi said the inspection covered sections of the Lagos-Badagry Expressway, where targeted waste disposal interventions were reinforced to enhance cleanliness, traffic flow, and environmental compliance. He added that vegetal waste clearing along the Apapa-Oshodi Expressway median was also assessed to improve visibility, restore orderliness, and sustain routine corridor maintenance standards. Sanusi noted…
Tomato is a major staple in Nigerian cuisine, used in stews, soups, sauces, salads, and more. According to credible statistics, Kaduna, Kano, and Plateau States are the top producers. The crop is vital for food security and farmers’ income. However, the tomato value chain faces significant challenges, primarily recurring post-harvest losses and poor preservation. In Kaduna State, tomato farmers are urging government intervention to reduce post-harvest losses, which severely impact incomes and sector growth. The National Tomato Growers, Processors and Marketers Association of Nigeria (NATPAN) is advocating for government support to provide equipment and facilities that minimize waste and boost…
A farmers’ support organization, Himma Agricultural Support Initiatives (HASI), has trained about 10,000 farmers across Katsina State on improved farming techniques to enhance agricultural productivity and strengthen food security. The President of the organisation, Prof. Sanusi Jari, disclosed this during a stakeholders’ engagement tagged “Knowledge Dissemination Meeting,” held in Katsina on Saturday. He said the training focused on equipping smallholder farmers with Good Agronomic Practices, covering all stages of crop production from land preparation to harvesting. According to him, the initiative was designed to bridge the knowledge gap among farmers and ensure increased yields through the adoption of proper farming…
Dr Kingsley Udeh, Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, has said that ideas showcased at the Enugu Tech Festival will be assessed for commercial viability. Udeh spoke at the Enugu Tech Festival 2026, themed “Coal to Code: Energy in New Form,” held at the Enugu International Conference Centre. He said: “I am making a firm commitment that the Tech Fest will not simply end as an event. “The products exhibited and ideas presented will be collated and rigorously evaluated for commercial viability. “Those with strong potential will receive funding support through collaboration between the Federal Government, Enugu State, and interested…
IndiGo on Saturday temporarily suspended flights to and from the Middle East in view of the evolving situation in Iran. The recent strike by the US and Israel on Iran has led to widespread flight disruptions across the Middle East. Airlines, including Emirates and Etihad, have faced airspace closures, impacting international travel. Airlines are rerouting or cancelling flights, emphasizing the need for passengers to monitor flight statuses closely. “In view of evolving airspace restrictions around Iran and the Middle East, all flights to and from the Middle East are cancelled till 0000 hrs,” it said in a post on X.…
Sri Lanka on Sunday began National Drug Prevention Week as part of the government-backed “A Nation United” campaign, aimed at curbing illegal drugs and expanding rehabilitation and public awareness efforts. The initiative which aims to suppress the sale of illegal drugs and help people with drug addiction access rehabilitation. The programme also seeks to raise public awareness and encourage social dialogue on how to address the drug crisis. During the week, officials will run an island-wide awareness campaign at state institutions and schools, with programmes involving government ministries and affiliated institutions. Organisers said that they also planned new awareness activities…
…signs MoU with Aleph Technical Services Akwa Ibom State Government and Aleph Technical and Advisory Services have signed a Memorandum of Understanding, MoU, for the management of government owned hospitality facilities across the State. The MoU was signed on Friday February 27, 2026, at Government House, Uyo, shortly after Governor Umo Eno returned from a working visit to the Federal Capital City, Abuja and CSS Farms in Gora, Nasarawa State. The MOU covers four facilities in the State including Ibom Icon and Golf Resort, Four Points by Sheraton, Ibom International Hotel, and the ARISE Palm Resort. In his remarks at…