Abuja: Environmental stakeholders have raised alarm over ongoing carbon offset projects in Nigeria, calling them a dangerous form of modern exploitation that undermines local communities and ecosystems. The stakeholders, comprising advocates and forest community leaders, voiced their concerns in Benin during a dialogue organised by the Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF). According to News […]
Day: July 23, 2025
NMDPRA Calls for African Oil Pricing Benchmark to Strengthen Market
Abuja: The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has called for the creation of a regional oil pricing benchmark for West Africa. The aim is to reflect the region’s unique market dynamics and reduce dependence on foreign pricing templates. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Mr. Farouk Ahmed, the Authority Chief Executive, made […]
FG Advocates Self-Care Integration Across Nigeria
Abuja: The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to integrating self-care into the daily lives of individuals, families, and communities across Nigeria. Dr. Samuel Oyenyi, Director and Head of the Reproductive Health Division at the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, said this in Abuja during a self-care awareness-building workshop for media professionals. According […]
Daleko Traders Block FCCPC from Enforcing Action on Illegal Rebranding of Rice
Lagos: Traders in Daleko Market, Mushin, Lagos State, on Wednesday obstructed officials from the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) as they attempted to enforce actions against the illegal sale of rebranded rice. According to News Agency of Nigeria, hundreds of traders at Daleko Market emerged from their shops, effectively preventing FCCPC officials from […]
Experts Call for Space Demystification at International Conference in Abuja
Abuja: Space experts and enthusiasts have advocated for the demystification of space concepts among citizens to harness its potential. The experts made the call on Tuesday in Abuja at the ongoing 3rd International Space Ungana conference themed ‘Advancing the African Space Agenda: Space Research and Innovation’. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the event was […]