Axxela Wins Carbon Reduction, Sustainability Awards 2025
Axxela Limited secures double honours at the 2025 Social Impact Awards for cutting CO2 emissions by over 703,000 tonnes. Discover how they're driving Nigeria's clean energy transition.
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Why Africa's Green Transition Needs a Development Focus
A new report warns Africa's climate strategy must combine debt relief with low-carbon growth to ensure the green transition delivers real development dividends, not just emissions cuts.
Greensand Project to Store CO2 Under North Sea in 2025
Denmark's North Sea, once an oil hub, will soon store imported European CO2. The Greensand CCS project, led by Ineos, aims to bury 400,000 tonnes annually, marking a major shift in fighting climate change. Read more.
Ogun Suspends 3 Firms Over Ogijo Lead Pollution
Ogun State suspends three environmental consultancy firms for negligence in the Ogijo lead poisoning case. Read the full report on the government's actions and audit findings.
Prophet's Warning to Cubana Chiefpriest: Danger Ahead in 2026
Prophet Abel Boma issues a stark prophecy for Cubana Chiefpriest, warning of jealousy, potential poisoning, and health issues in 2026. He also foresees a political future. Read the full details and public reaction.
Woman Accused of Killing Girls with Poison Found in River
Zulma Guzman Castro, wanted for allegedly killing two Colombian teens with poisoned raspberries, was rescued from London's River Thames. Full story on the international manhunt and tragic case.
Aisha Buhari Denies Poison Rumour, Reveals Cause of Buhari's Sickness
Aisha Buhari dispels poisoning rumours about her late husband, President Muhammadu Buhari, citing mismanaged nutrition and broken routine as the real cause of his 2017 health crisis. Read the full revelation.
Nigeria's Energy Transition Must Reflect National Realities - FG
The Federal Government insists Nigeria's shift to a low-carbon economy must consider its economic dependence on oil. The NCCC launched a new Climate-Smart EV Recharge Hub in Abuja as a model for local action.
Senate Orders Emergency Response to Ogijo Lead Poisoning
Nigeria's Senate has declared a public health emergency in Ogijo, Lagos-Ogun border, over severe lead poisoning. It demands urgent medical and environmental action. Read the full story.
Ogun Offers Free Lead Tests for Ogijo Residents
Ogun State Government begins free lead poisoning testing for Ogijo residents following shutdown of battery recycling plants. Testing starts Monday at Ogijo Primary Health Centre.
LASEPA: 4,000 Lagos companies emit greenhouse gases
Lagos State Government reveals over 4,000 companies emit greenhouse gases. New registry launched to track emissions and promote environmental compliance across sectors.
Canada PM Faces Climate Backlash Over Oil Pipeline
Canadian PM Mark Carney faces criticism for climate policy shift, backing oil pipeline & gas projects. Explore the political and environmental implications.
Borno Woman Sentenced to Life for Husband's Murder
Fatima Abubakar receives life imprisonment for poisoning her husband Goni Abba in Maiduguri. Court dismisses evil spirit claims in homicide case. Read full details.
Ogun shuts battery plants over lead poisoning risk
Ogun State suspends lead export and shuts 7 battery recycling plants in Ogijo after a viral video alleged hazardous lead contamination. Health and environmental audits are underway.
Canada Advances New Oil Pipeline Amid Climate Concerns
Canadian PM Mark Carney signs agreement for new Alberta-Pacific oil pipeline, raising climate concerns while aiming to boost Asian exports amid US trade tensions.
Sweden's Stegra gets $40M state aid for green steel
Swedish Energy Agency grants $40M to Stegra's low-carbon steel project amid financial scrutiny. The EU-backed initiative aims to cut CO2 emissions by 95%. Read more.
NALDA Monitors 20,000 Plantations for Carbon Markets
NALDA unveils carbon roadmap at COP 30, placing 20,000 hectares under MRV system to tap into voluntary carbon markets while boosting food security and rural incomes.
Blue Carbon's Africa deals collapse after 2 years
Liberia and other African nations' carbon credit agreements with UAE's Blue Carbon have stalled completely, investigation reveals. No progress on forest protection deals covering millions of hectares.
COP30 Draft Deal Lands as Lula Returns to Climate Talks
Brazil presents first draft climate agreement at COP30 as President Lula returns to push for deal. Key issues include climate finance, fossil fuels, and trade measures.
Trade Tensions Overshadow COP30 Climate Negotiations
Climate negotiations at COP30 face new challenges as trade disputes over carbon taxes and Chinese EV tariffs threaten global cooperation on emissions reduction targets.
German family dies in Turkey hotel poisoning incident
A German mother and her two children have died from suspected poisoning at a Turkey hotel. The father remains unconscious as authorities investigate the chemical exposure.
Students Poisoned by School Lab Chemical in UK
Three children rushed to hospital after ingesting diluted copper sulphate from school laboratory. All students now safely discharged home as police investigate.
FCCPC Gives Loan Apps Until January 2026 to Comply
Nigeria's FCCPC sets January 5, 2026 deadline for digital lenders including FairMoney, Okash, Carbon to comply with new regulations. Full enforcement begins after deadline.
Dad commits suicide after daughter dies in hot car
Christopher Scholtes killed himself in his vehicle the day before serving 20-year sentence for leaving his 2-year-old daughter to die in scorching car. Read the shocking details.
Global CO2 Emissions to Reach New Record in 2025
New research reveals fossil fuel emissions will hit record levels in 2025, making 1.5°C warming limit 'impossible'. Learn what this means for climate action.
Nigeria Expands Blood Lead Testing Laboratories Nationwide
Federal Government launches ambitious plan to upgrade diagnostic laboratories across Nigeria for comprehensive blood lead testing, addressing silent health crisis affecting millions.
Young Mum Dies After 6 Drinking Challenges on Birthday
A young Nigerian mother's birthday celebration turned fatal after she attempted six drinking challenges, leading to fatal alcohol poisoning. Family and community mourn preventable tragedy.
Tinubu's Carbon Market Framework Earns High Praise
President Bola Tinubu receives widespread commendation for Nigeria's groundbreaking Carbon Market Framework, positioning the nation as Africa's climate action leader while creating new economic opportunities.
Denmark launches revolutionary carbon-hydrogen plant
Denmark inaugurates revolutionary carbon capture and hydrogen production facility, marking significant milestone in Europe's clean energy transition and climate action efforts.
Nigeria Launches Carbon Market Under Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu approves Nigeria's National Carbon Market Framework, positioning the country as Africa's leader in climate finance and sustainable development ahead of COP30.
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