10 Nigerian States at Risk of Flooding as Government Warns of Heavy Rainfall
Authorities in Nigeria have issued an urgent flood warning for at least ten states, cautioning that heavy rainfall between April 8 and April 12, 2026, could trigger widespread flooding in vulnerable communities. The alert, as seen in The Punch, released…
Nations Push for Just Transition in New Climate Plans
As the global climate crisis deepens, countries are increasingly aligning their environmental commitments with economic and social priorities, placing the concept of a just transition at the centre of their strategies. This approach seeks to ensure that…
Study Finds 73% of Marine Protected Areas Contaminated, Raising Alarm for Nigeria’s Coast
A new global study has cast doubt on the effectiveness of ocean conservation efforts, revealing that nearly three-quarters of the world’s marine protected areas are contaminated by sewage and wastewater. The research, conducted by the Wildlife…
Heat, Darkness and Nigeria’s Soaring Fuel Costs
For millions of people in Nigeria, survival is becoming an exhausting daily calculation, one shaped by blistering heat, unreliable electricity, rising fuel costs, and shrinking environmental protection. Across the country, temperatures have surged to…
Ogun Targets 5 Million Trees in Bold Green Push to Boost Economy and Fight Climate Risks
Forests are increasingly being recognised not just as environmental assets, but as economic lifelines and in Ogun State, authorities are now turning that recognition into action. The state government has unveiled an ambitious plan to plant over five…
False Start to Rainy Season? Nigerian Farmers Warned of Heavy Downpours, Climate Risks Ahead
Farmers across Nigeria may be welcoming the recent showers after months of intense heat and dryness, but experts are urging caution, warning that the rains could be deceptive and potentially dangerous for crop planning. Agricultural stakeholders say the…
Nigeria’s Damilola Ogunbiyi Makes TIME Earth List for Global Climate Leadership
A leading Nigerian voice in global climate action, Damilola Ogunbiyi, has been named among the world’s most influential environmental leaders on the 2026 TIME Earth list. The recognition, part of TIME’s prestigious Earth Awards, celebrates individuals…
Austria’s Glaciers Rapidly Disappearing as Scientists Warn of Climate Crisis in the Alps
Rising global temperatures are accelerating the disappearance of glaciers across Austria, raising fresh concerns about the future of water supplies, energy generation and mountain infrastructure in the Alpine nation. A new report released on March 13 by…
Scorching Heatwave Grips Nigeria as NiMet Warns of Rising Health Risks
How is the heat at your end? Crazy right?! Nigeria is currently battling an intense heatwave, with temperatures soaring to uncomfortable levels across many parts of the country. The unusually hot conditions have left many residents sweating even in…
Former Nigerian VP, Osinbajo Leads Regional Drive to Tackle Climate Threats and Strengthen Health Financing in West Africa
Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has launched a multi-sector initiative aimed at evaluating the impact of climate change on health systems and developing sustainable financing solutions across parts of West Africa. The initiative, which spans five…