Media Must Lead on Climate Change Awareness – Kelani
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Special Assistant to the President on Climate Change Matters, Yusuf Kelani, has urged the media to dedicate greater attention to environmental issues, describing journalism as a critical tool in the fight against climate change. Speaking at the Nigerian Climate Justice Media Awards in Abuja over the weekend, Kelani declared: “I eat, […]
Nigeria Joins Global “Draw the Line” Climate Action Campaign
By Oluwakemi Kindness Nigeria on Saturday joined millions across the globe in the “Draw the Line” campaign, with environmental advocates, development partners, youths, and women farmers demanding urgent climate action, stronger laws, and people-centered policies. At a rally in Abuja, Mark David-Terungwa, Executive Director of the Global Initiative for Food Security and Ecosystem Preservation (GIFSEP), […]
Oxfam Nigeria Calls for Stronger Government Action on Plastic Pollution
By Oluwakemi Kindness Oxfam Nigeria has called on the federal government to take decisive action in the fight against plastic pollution. Oxfam’s Head of Climate Desk, Dr. Kenneth Alkpan, who made the call on Tuesday in Abuja said this should be by enforcing a ban on single-use plastics and holding producers accountable for the full […]