Air Pollution
20 Dec
Air pollution has become a pressing global health issue, but its impact is particularly severe in developing countries, where rapid urbanization, industrialization, and limited environmental regulation exacerbate the problem. From respiratory diseases to cardiovascular issues, air pollution is a silent crisis causing millions of deaths each year. Dr. Oluwatoyin Ayo-Farai, a renowned environmental health specialist,…
10 Dec
Fine particle air pollution killed nearly 240,000 people in the European Union in 2022, a five percent fall on the previous year, the European Environment Agency said in a report published Tuesday.
9 Nov
Record-breaking heat, extreme weather events, air pollution and the spread of infectious disease: climate change poses an already vast yet rising threat to the health of humans around the world, experts warn. The latest round of UN climate talks begin next week during what is expected to be the hottest year in recorded history --…
7 Sep
As the world marked the 5th anniversary of the International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies, stakeholders have called for investment in clean air solutions to air pollution. READ ALSO:Stakeholders seek special welfare programmes for senior citizens The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) said, in a statement on Saturday, that more…
29 Aug
A new study has shown that daily exposure to air pollution increases longer-term risk for adverse mental health outcomes such as anxiety and depression with substantial differences between individuals.
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Transformative Transport Services Design Initiative (TRATSEDI), a collaboration of scholars, practitioners and policymakers, has hosted a
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The celebrations of December are over, and January has arrived with its usual financial pressures. For many, this month feels like a long uphill battle after the detti-ness of December.December’s festivities—filled with owambe parties, gift-giving, and indulgent spending—often leave wallets empty and bank accounts struggling to recover. Now that we’re in January, the reality of…
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Stakeholders from the Niger Delta region have cried out to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over alleged breach of the law by the Nigeria Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) while carrying out the bid round and licensing of oil blocs. In an open letter addressed to President Bola Tinubu dated 31st December 2024, the stakeholders claimed…
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The Borno State Urban Planning and Development Board (BSUPDB) has banned street hawking and other illegal activities in Maiduguri metropolis. The General Manager of the board, Mr Limán Mustapha, in a statement on Friday, said the ban was in accordance with the Borno State Urban Planning and Development Law of 2002. He said the board…
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Reno Omokri, former Nigerian presidential spokesperson and bestselling author, has become the first Nigerian to abseil down and climb back up Victoria Falls. The feat was accomplished on New Year's Day, January 1, 2025. Omokri completed the descent and ascent of the Batonka Gorge, a 354-foot drop, without a guide, using only ropes and a…
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The New Year is like opening a fresh chapter in the book of life. It’s a chance to pause, think about the past, and set your eyes on a better tomorrow. While many people chase after big changes, it’s often the small, steady steps that lead to lasting transformations. This January, instead of overwhelming yourself…
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Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has appealed to Nigerians to stop making negative comments and confessions about the country. He also sought support for President Bola Tinubu, in his avowed determination to achieve a positive turnaround of the country and better life for the citizenry.