Oil was discovered in large commercial quantity by Shell BP in 1956 in Oloibiri (present day Bayelsa State) and has since then been Nigeria’s cash cow. The question of whether crude oil is a curse or blessing for Nigeria, has remained and will continue to be an inconclusive one. Those of the opinion, that oil […]
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Achieving global biodiversity targets will be a strong contribution to realising the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, said Dr. Cristiana Paşca Palmer, newly appointed Executive Secretary of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), to United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, in a meeting held on Friday, April 7, 2017. In her first meeting with the Secretary-General, Paşca Palmer, the former
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A three-day international conference will explore how engagement between State and non-State actors can be further strengthened in the key sectors for Africa, such as energy, agriculture and human settlements. Cotonou in Benin Republic hosts the 9th Africa Carbon Forum The Africa Carbon Forum (AFC) will likewise attempt to determine the role of future carbon
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Chinma George has evolving experience in research on climate change in Africa. She is an environmentalist whose areas of interest includes but are not limited to climate change, youth, sustainable development, agriculture, and education and gender equality issues. She holds a BSc. degree in Economics and an MSc in Environmental Management. Ms. George speaks and
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Across Nile-Niger rivers, Caribbean islands, and nameless oceans. Through harmattan clouds and Saharan skies, we journey from the old world to the new. The mystery before us, seduced us like a sorceress; an Ethiopian Queen of Sheba calling out to Solomon. And yet not knowing what songs will play ahead, we dared to dance to
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Lagos State residents are to obtain registration permit for their boreholes on minimal charges. This is an effort by the state government to minimise underground water pollution and curtail water-borne diseases. Dr Samuel Babatunde Adejare, Lagos State Commissioner for Environment. Photo credit: theeconomyng.com Commissioner for the Environment, Dr. Babatunde Adejare, who made this submission on
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At SustyVibes, we believe that recycling is one of the ways to live sustainably and ultimately, to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals, especially Responsible Consumption and Production, Decent Work and Economic Growth, and Sustainable Cities and Communities. When we launched the #StareDownOnPollution campaign, we knew that just words and awareness won’t do, so had to
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Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships are offered for citizens of developing Commonwealth countries. These scholarships are funded by the UK Department for International Development (DFID), with the aim of contributing to the UK’s international development aims and wider overseas interests, supporting excellence in UK higher education, and sustaining the principles of the Commonwealth. Purpose: To contribute
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The Elizabeth Neuffer Fellowship gives academic and professional opportunities to women journalists who focus on covering human rights and social justice. Since 2004, twelve journalists representing nine countries have been selected. During this fellowship, the selected journalist will have the chance to complete research and coursework at MIT’s Center for International Studies and participate in
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As human beings we need to eat to live. It is therefore important that what we consume won’t cause us any harm. It is also important that the production of our food does not cause the environment any harm. However, current industrial farming practices are seen as major causes of environmental issues. Issues such
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