African Development Bank Group and the World Bank, have spearheaded a $75 billion multilateral Climate Investment Fund to catalyse the realisation of climate targets on net-zero emissions. The investment is in partnership with the United Kingdom’s government. They launched the fund, a capital market mechanism, on Tuesday in Baku, Azerbaijan. It is billed for listing […]
By Our Correspondent A Federal Commissioner for the National Population Commission (NPC) in Lagos State, Mrs Olayinka Oladunjoye, has urged the government to incorporate Marine and Blue Economy subjects into the primary and secondary school curriculum. TheNewsZenith reports that Oladunjoye made the call at the 15th National Virtual Marine and Blue Economy Quiz Competition Awards […]
By Muhammed Opeyemi Two labour unions in the maritime sector have called on the Federal Government to properly monitor the activities of jetty operators to save the nation from economic sabotage. TheNewsZenith reports that the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN) and the Senior Staff Association of Statutory Corporation and Government Owned Company (SSASCGOC) made […]
By Our Correspondent The Muslim Ummah of South West Nigeria (MUSWEN) has joined other sympathisers in commiserating with the government and the people of Borno state over the recent flood disaster. TheNewsZenith reports that a four-member team of the Umman led by its President, Alhaji Rasoaki Oladejo visited the state last Friday and donated N50 […]
By Our Correspondent The Lagos State Government has called for collective participation of relevant stakeholders in advocacy to improve school sanitation infrastructure in all schools across the state. TheNewsZenith reports that the Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, made the call at the end of Stakeholders Interactive Session on School Sanitation held in […]
At least five people have died and more than 100,000 remain stranded as devastating floods, triggered by heavy rains and upstream torrents, ravage northern Bangladesh, officials said on Sunday. In Sherpur, one of the hardest-hit northern districts, the water levels of major rivers have surged, submerging new areas and displacing thousands of families. Local authorities […]
By Opeyemi Muhammed The Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF), held its 35th Annual General Meeting in Lagos, reiterating its commitment to environmental conservation and sustainability. TheNewsZenith reports that the President of the Board of Trustees (BOT) of NCF, Izoma Philip Asiodu, chaired the occasion. Asiodu said the presence of the NCF at the subnational level would […]
By Opeyemi Muhammed Nigeria’s largest container terminal, the APM Terminals Apapa hosted its first-ever talent show to celebrate the diverse talents of its employees beyond their routine duties. TheNewsZenith reports that the theme of the ‘APM Terminal Got Talent show is “Lifting Industry Talents,”. It took place on Tuesday at the Lagos Port Complex Apapa. […]
The death toll in the wake of Hurricane Helene in the southeastern United States has risen to at least 100, according to authorities, with rescue efforts continuing. US President Joe Biden has described the impact of the storm as “stunning”. Speaking to reporters on Monday, Biden pledged his administration would “continue to surge resources, including food, water, […]
From Our Correspondent The Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) and ATC Nigeria, a wireless infrastructure provider, on Thursday, held a commemorative tree planting exercise at the Lekki Conservation Centre in Lagos. TheNewsZenith reports that the exercise is part of the commitment of ATC Nigeria to environmental sustainability. Speaking at the event, the Director-General of NCF, Dr […]