Environment

Lagos Reopens Igando Dumpsite, Waste Managers Pledge Improved Collection

 ​‌‌‌‍‌⁠‍⁠⁠‍‍​⁠⁠​‍​‌‌The Lagos State Government has restored operations at the Igando dumpsite, with waste managers promising improved collection across affected communities. The facility is expected to receive at least 100 waste...

AUPCTRE, Groups Decry Lack of Water Plans in Party Manifestos

The Amalgamated Union of Public Corporations Civil Service Technical and Recreational Services Employees (AUPCTRE) and water advocacy groups...

Nigeria Records 43,000 Snakebites, 2,500 Deaths Annually

Experts have urged residents to avoid handling snakes and seek prompt medical attention for snakebites, as Nigeria records...

Nestlé Nigeria Expands Water Access With New Agbara Facilities

Nestlé Nigeria PLC has taken a significant leap forward in its flagship Water Regeneration Project, officially commissioning a...

Lagos Govt, NCF To Hold 20th Walk For Nature Oct. 17

The Lagos State Government, in partnership with the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) and Chevron Nigeria Ltd., will hold...
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Wildfire on Greek Island of Rhodes forces mass evacuations

A wildfire raging on the Greek island of Rhodes forced thousands of tourists and island residents to shelter in schools and indoor stadiums on Sunday after they were evacuated from coastal villages and resorts.

Fund seeks protection of Nigeria’s marine life from plastic pollution

irked by the menace of plastic pollution, an NGO, Wild Africa Fund has launched a month-long campaign to raise awareness about the threats of plastic pollution and its impact on oceans and marine wildlife.

LASG partners Netherlands backed Coy on e-waste smelter plant

The Lagos State Government has signed a Letter of Intent with a company from the Netherlands for the establishment of a smelter plant in...

Anniversary: ACI to plant 1,500 trees, donate 15,000 books

The African Cleanup Initiative (ACI) has announced plans to plant 1,500 trees and donate 15,000 copies of the Green Book across Nigeria to mark...

LAWMA ntensifies enforcement, recycling initiatives for effective waste management

The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has reinforced its commitment to tackling indiscriminate waste disposal across the state, adopting a two-pronged approach of strict...

We are not afraid to enforce environmental laws – LASG

The Lagos State Government on Friday restated its commitment to enforce the state environmental laws to the benefit of the greater majority of residents. The...
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