Reports on climate change, sustainability, and the impact of human activities on the environment.
Jumah oluwatobi D/22/Mac/0040 The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State Pollution is a familiar concept, known to all from basic science classes to various articles. Earth, our only proven haven for human survival, faces threats that continue to escalate. Air Pollution and Environmental ThreatsAccording to the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe, air pollution stands as the…
AKERAN BALIQEES M. H22/MAC/059 The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State Delving into the intricate landscape of single motherhood in Nigeria, this report sheds light on the critical role support networks play in navigating societal and personal challenges. Phillips Oyinwanwa, a confidant of the involved man, contributes an objective perspective to the narrative. His insights delve into…
By Ayeloja Khaleed D. H22 / Mac /0005 The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State President Bola Tinubu’s appointment of Dr. Dele Alake as Minister of Solid Minerals Development marked a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s pursuit of economic diversification. The believed ambitious “Agenda for the Transformation of Solid Minerals” seeks to elevate the mining sector’s contribution to…
Scores of women and youth staged a vehement protest on Monday in Minna, the capital city of Niger State, decrying the exorbitant cost of living and the erratic power and water supply issues plaguing the region. Commencing at approximately 7am, the demonstration caused a significant disruption, as impassioned protesters blockaded the vital Minna Bida Road,…
The Federal Government has issued a stern call to miners nationwide, emphasizing the imperative adherence to proper licensing procedures before initiating operations. Dr. Dele Alake, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, conveyed this directive during a convened session with licensed mineral holders, laterite, and sand operators in Kaduna State on Thursday. In his address, the…
In a press announcement, the Ekiti State Government revealed its ambitious plan to allocate N600 million for power interventions in the upcoming year, as outlined by the Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Niyi Adebayo. The disclosure occurred during the presentation of the N159.5 billion budget, aptly named the “Budget of Sustainable Growth and Development”…
By Odeyale Mercy D/ mac/ 0108 Student of THE POLYTECHNIC ILE-IFE The humble bench, a ubiquitous feature of public spaces, has undergone a remarkable transformation in its cultural significance over the years. Originally designed as a place for rest and relaxation, the bench has evolved into a hub for social interaction and recreational activities. In…
A 30-year-old man, Mr. Ismaheel Olakanye, has been reported missing by the Ekiti State Police Command. The Ekiti State Police Command has announced that Ismaheel Olakanye, a resident of Ado-Ekiti, has been missing since August 18. The police spokesperson, DSP Sunday Abutu, released a statement on Thursday, stating that Olakanye left home at 8 am…
At the 35th convocation of the Rivers State University, Dr. Ehie Edison, a factional Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, was among the graduates. Dr. Edison received his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Law, a remarkable accomplishment in his academic career. The Governor of Rivers State, as well as the University’s Visitor, (Sim…
Ondo State Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu will be taking a medical leave beginning December 13, 2023, following a scheduled medical treatment. The governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Richard Olatunde, issued a statement informing the public of the governor’s need to prioritize his health and ensure a full recovery before resuming his official duties. A formal letter to…
Ebonyi State commissioner for environment, Hon. Victor Chukwu, has ordered the arrest of some fake sanitation taskforce team officials extorting innocent residents under the guise of working for the state government. Chukwu, who made the disclosure in Abakaliki, the state capital, said after the arrest, he would handover the perpetrators to the police and declared…
The Conference of Civil Societies and Civil Military Cooperation in Nigeria has warned against attempts to politicize the recent drone strike in the Tudun Biri Community area of Kaduna State, which it described as a tragic loss. In a press briefing held in Abuja, the Coordinator of Civil-Military Cooperation, Dr. Adams Otakwu, expressed his condolences…
The Nigerian government is making efforts to improve irrigation systems in order to boost food production, according to the Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation. This was announced by Oyeronke Oluniyi, the Director of Immigration and Drainage at the Ministry, during a national workshop on irrigation and drainage practices. The workshop, which is being held…
Nigeria and Germany have signed an international agreement to assist with 12,000 megawatts of electricity to Nigeria’s national grid to help spur it’s distribution. The standing agreement, which was signed in Dubai on the sidelines of the United Nations Climate Conference (COP28) was witnessed by President Bola Tinubu and Chancellor Olaf Scholz. Initiatong the agreement,…
Amid controversies surrounding the demolition of buildings in Lagos, the state government has vowed that more structures will go down. There has been a series of video clips that captured some gigantic structures being pulled down by the state government over various offences. There were allegations that the demolition was targeted at some residents of…
Double-amputee Olympic runner, Oscar Pistorius has been granted parole, 10 years after shooting his girlfriend through a toilet door at his home in South Africa. The country’s Department of Corrections spokesperson, Singabakho Nxumalo said on Friday that Pistorius would be released from prison on January 5. “Mr Pistorius will complete the remainder of the sentence…
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) says the organization remains committed to addressing issues of harassment, violence, impunity and crimes against journalists. Between January 2019 and June 2022, the Organization had documented 759 individual attacks against journalists, including 5 killings, during 89 elections in 70 countries. Addressing African Journalists in Addis Ababa,…
The West Africa Broadcast and Media Academy (WABMA) has appointed Mike Msuega Yawe as its Executive Director of Business Development, a role that places him in charge of the growth and expansion of the academy. A statement by the Rector of WABMA, Ken Okere says Mr Yawe is joining WABMA at a time when the…
The federal government has officially approved the partial commercialization of the 12 River Basin Development Authorities across the nation. Professor Joesph Utsev, the Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, made this announcement during a two-day familiarization visit to the Anambra Imo River Basin Development Authority in Owerri, Imo State. He emphasized that the strategic move…
An Abuja High Court at Maitama has on Wednesday granted bail to the detained former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, Mr. Godwin Emefiele, in the sum of N300million and two sureties. Ruling on the application of his bail request, Justice Hamza Muazu ordered, Emefiele to provide two sureties, who must be resident…
The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency, LASEPA, has sealed a mosque, hotels, and other establishments across the state. LASEPA sealed up the establishments as part of efforts to tackle noise pollution in the state. In a post on X, the agency said the affected establishments were located in the Oshodi/Isolo area of the state. According…
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has applauded a professional slack-liner and balance trainer, Jaan Roose, for walking on a rope from Sterling Towers to Onome Rig, Marina, Lagos State. Governor Sanwo-Olu noted that Lagos is the “epitome of beauty”, after seeing selfie photos taken by Roose while walking on the ropes. He made a tweet…
The Federal Housing Authority says it has built more than 100,000 homes across the country, Since its establishment in 1973,. Senator Gbenga Ashafa, the managing director of the Authority, made this announcement in Abuja during a press conference prior to the organisation’s 50th anniversary celebration. He noted that one of the organisation’s noteworthy accomplishments is…
The High Court sitting in the Federal Capital Territory has ordered that the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, be remanded in the Kuje Correctional Centre pending the determination of his bail request. Emefiele is standing trial on an alleged procurement fraud. The trial which had been stalled on three occasions…
The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Professor Joseph Utsev, says Nigeria needs to improve its sanitation value chain, which includes containment, transportation, treatment, and disposal, in order to become open defecation-free by 2025. Prof Utsev also emphasized the importance of speeding up the provision of good and safe toilet facilities and efficient waste disposal….
Popular Fuji icon, Saheed Osupa has been awarded a bachelors degree in Political Science from the University of Ibadan. Akorede Babatunde Okunola aka Saheed Osupa on his Instagram page announced to his fans about his new milestone. The 54-year-old Fuji musician who finished with a Second Class Honours in the Upper Division said the void…
The federal government has launched the Diaspora Mortgage Scheme to enable Nigerians abroad to participate in the National Housing Fund Scheme to own a house in Nigeria. At the launch of the programme during the 6th edition of the Nigeria Diaspora Investment Summit in Abuja, the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Mr Ahmed Dangiwa…
The German government has donated 20 million euros to member countries of the Niger Basin Authority (NBA) to promote efficient usage of water and enhance adaptation to climate change. The Head of the Political Section, German Embassy, Mathias Dold stated this on Tuesday in Abuja at this year’s session of the Regional Steering Committee of…
Olutimain Ilenre, a graduate of Ajayi Crowther University, has burnt his original certificates, including his NYSC certificate, Bachelor of Arts certificate, secondary school and JAMB certificates. In a video posted on social media on Monday, the graduate of History and International Studies blamed his decision on unemployment, claiming that the country’s current circumstances have rendered…
The Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, NAIA, Abuja runway has temporarily been closed to flight operations for safety reasons. The runway was shut down to flight after an aircraft operated by Aero Contractors upon landing Sunday morning from Lagos in a bid to exit the runway via A4 had its nose wheel stuck in the grass…
Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo state has called on 2023 Batch C Stream 1 National Youths Service Corps members deployed to the state to harness their skills and talents to the overall development of the area. In a message to the Swearing-in, the corps members at the Permanent Orientation camp, Eziama Obaire in Nkwerre local…
