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New findings suggest majority of England’s sewage spills may be illegal
New analysis suggests that over 80% of sewage spills in England occurred during normal weather, potentially violating environmental laws.
Climate Specialists Urge Immediate Action to Mitigate Africa’s Disaster Vulnerability
Climate experts at the SETIC 2026 conference urged African leaders to move beyond theoretical policy plans and invest in immediate, practical infrastructure and disaster prevention strategies to protect vulnerable populations.
Lagos upgrades waste facilities and plans 3,000-truck fleet to resolve collection issues
Lagos is addressing recent waste collection delays by repairing the Olusosun dumpsite and planning the acquisition of 3,000 new compactor trucks over the next three years to improve citywide sanitation.
NiHSA Issues Flood Warning for 17 States Between July 21 and July 27
The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency has warned of medium flood risks across 17 states from July 21 to July 27, 2026, urging immediate safety measures and evacuations.
Thames Water Implements Hosepipe Restrictions for 10 Million Customers
Thames Water is restricting hosepipe usage for over 10 million people following a series of heatwaves and a dry spring that put extreme pressure on the water network.
Regions across the UK edge closer to drought status
Significant regions of the UK are nearing drought conditions due to an exceptionally hot and dry summer, placing pressure on water supplies and the agricultural sector.
Lagos Waste Authority launches major infrastructure overhaul to address refuse accumulation
LAWMA is upgrading its waste management infrastructure, including new recycling facilities and waste-to-energy plants, to resolve chronic refuse buildup and improve sanitation in Lagos.
OGEPA Conducts Surprise Inspection at Ogijo Factory to Enforce Environmental Standards
OGEPA General Manager Kehinde Bello visited Metal Recycling Industries Limited to ensure the factory follows state environmental regulations and pollution control standards.
Millions in US face wildfire smoke ahead of World Cup final
Severe wildfire smoke from Canada is impacting air quality in the US Midwest and Northeast, creating concerns for the upcoming World Cup final in the New York area.
Nnimo Bassey Warns of Coastal Erosion Threatening Nigerian Communities
Environmentalist Nnimo Bassey highlights the loss of Nigerian coastal land to the Atlantic and calls for a unified West African front to tackle climate injustice and reject deceptive carbon trading schemes.