The Federal Government has inaugurated an Inter-ministerial Technical Committee on Dam Evaluations to address the growing concerns about dam safety across the country.
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The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) has called for the adoption of a circular economy model to effectively manage Nigeria’s solid waste generation, which is projected to be more than 32 million metric tonnes per year.
The Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) says Nigeria requires 410 billion dollars to deliver an energy transition plan by 2060.
On Tuesday, the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) pledged to continue its efforts toward sustainable water management to support the nation’s overall development.
Worried by worsening incidents of devastating floods across the country, the Federal Government has ordered an integrity test on all dams in Nigeria.
The World Bank has approved $1.57 billion in financing for Nigeria to improve healthcare services and strengthen the country’s resilience against climate change impacts, such as flooding and drought. The announcement was made on Monday, with the international lender outlining its plan to support key sectors through three major projects.
Nigeria has pledged its full support to the global campaign against lead poisoning, with a focus on protecting vulnerable citizens from the devastating effects of lead exposure.
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted thunderstorms from Monday to Wednesday across the country.
The United Nations Development Programme, Global Environment Facility, Small Grants Programme (UNDP GEF SGP) has assured Nigeria of continued support for environmental sustainability projects to ensure a healthy environment.
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has urged riverine communities in Nasarawa State on the fringes of River Benue to relocate to higher grounds in view of the impending flood.