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Lagos buried in waste as residents fear health disaster

Lagos is drowning in refuse as piles of waste block roads and drains across the city. Residents and health experts warn of an imminent public health crisis, with diseases like cholera and Lassa fever looming. Read more.

Man remanded for illegal waste dumping in Lagos

A Lagos mobile court has remanded Makinde Rasaq for illegal waste disposal and obstruction. He faces seven charges under state environmental law. Read the full details and sentencing.

Man arrested for dumping refuse on Lagos road

Lagos State Task Force arrests Makinde Rasaq for indiscriminate waste disposal. Commissioner Tokunbo Wahab warns of zero tolerance for environmental infractions. Read more.

Macron Announces New French Nuclear Aircraft Carrier

French President Macron approves construction of a new, larger nuclear-powered aircraft carrier to replace the Charles de Gaulle, announcing the move during a visit to French troops in the UAE.

Lagos clears roadside markets on Ikotun-Igando Road

Lagos State Government clears roadside traders on Ikotun-Igando Road to reclaim walkways and enforce laws. Commissioner Wahab details the state's waste-to-wealth drive for a sustainable environment.

Osun Trains 1,000 in Waste-to-Energy Conversion

Osun State empowers 1,000 youths and women with practical skills to convert waste into clean energy and income. The initiative targets green entrepreneurship and a circular economy.

Lagos Reintroduces Monthly Sanitation to Tackle Waste

Lagos State plans to bring back monthly environmental sanitation to address severe waste management challenges. The state generates up to 15,000 tonnes of waste daily but collects less than a third. Read the full plan.

Reps to Probe Nigerian Aircraft Detention in Burkina Faso

The House of Representatives resolves to investigate the detention of a Nigerian military aircraft and personnel in Burkina Faso. Lawmakers call for urgent diplomatic action via ECOWAS and AU frameworks for their release.

Vietnam's Toxic Plastic Recycling Villages Exposed

In Vietnam's recycling villages, workers face severe health risks from toxic pollution while processing 1.8 million tonnes of plastic waste annually. Discover the hidden cost of the global waste trade.

Nigerian Startup Transforms Waste into Valuable Furniture

Discover how Lagos-based Zannytecture is tackling Nigeria's waste crisis by upcycling tyres and plastic bottles into stylish furniture, creating green jobs and generating millions in revenue. Read their inspiring story.

Nigeria Sends Fighter Aircraft to Benin Amid Coup

Nigeria has deployed fighter aircraft to Benin Republic for surveillance following a military coup that ousted President Patrice Talon. Read the latest on regional security implications.

Military Jet Crash in Niger: NAF Explains Incident

A Nigerian Air Force Alpha Jet crashed shortly after take-off from Kainji Base. Both pilots ejected safely, steering the aircraft away from populated areas. An investigation is underway.

Nigerian Air Force Jet Crashes, Pilots Survive

A Nigerian Air Force Alpha Jet crashed in Niger State on December 6. Reports indicate both pilots survived after ejecting. The military has yet to issue an official statement. Read the latest details.

Military Jet Crashes in Niger State, Pilots Survive

A Nigerian Air Force jet crashed near Karabonde in Niger State's Borgu LGA. Eyewitnesses confirm both pilots ejected safely before impact. No official statement yet. Read the latest details.

Court Stops Sale of Embraer Aircraft, Demands Explanation

A High Court in Abuja has issued an interim order blocking the sale of an Embraer EMB-145LR aircraft. Justice M. A. Madugu ordered the defendants to show cause within seven days. Read the full details of the legal dispute.

LASG Plans 100 CNG Waste Trucks, 10-Year Clean-Up Strategy

Lagos State Government announces a 10-year plan to procure 100 CNG compactor trucks in 2026, aiming for 2,000 total trucks. LAWMA MD Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin details new billing, tricycles & landfill phase-out. Read more.

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