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Green Party leader accuses Burnham of failing to address heat-related threats
Green Party leader Zack Polanski has criticized the Labour government's response to extreme heat, while Labour officials accuse the Greens of undermining infrastructure projects.
Military and Osun Local Council Chiefs in Standoff Over Illegal Mining
Local government chairmen in Osun State clashed with military personnel while attempting to shut down illegal mining sites causing environmental destruction in the Ijesa South Federal Constituency.
Nigeria’s First Lady praises Wike for Abuja City Gate environmental makeover
Nigeria's First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has lauded FCT Minister Nyesom Wike for his successful environmental project at the Abuja City Gate.
England Under Heat Health Warnings as Mercury Climbs Toward 34C
New heat health alerts have been issued across much of England, with officials warning of potential health risks as temperatures climb to 34C.
Ogun State Launches Lead Remediation Project in Ogijo
Ogun State has commenced a cleanup initiative in Ogijo to remove hazardous lead slag and implement bio-remediation following reports of contamination linked to battery processing facilities.
Examining the Roles of Lagos Local Councils in Addressing Waste and Flooding
As Lagos battles severe waste management issues and recurring floods, residents are questioning whether local governments are effectively utilizing their statutory allocations to handle sanitation and drainage duties.
Integrating Indigenous Wisdom and Advanced Technology to Tackle Australian Bushfires
Australia is combatting the threat of extreme wildfires by merging cutting-edge technology with thousands of years of Indigenous fire management wisdom.
Unlawful miners escape Taraba site as task force approaches
Illegal miners in Taraba State's Gangtu village fled their site ahead of an Anti-Illegal Mining Task Force raid, prompting officials to intensify intelligence and community-led surveillance efforts.
Akwa Ibom groups push for higher PIA payments and policy reforms
Stakeholders in Akwa Ibom are lobbying to increase PIA remittance to host communities from 3% to 7% while seeking to remove penalties related to pipeline vandalism.
England and Wales Facing Unprecedented Dryness in July
England and Wales are experiencing their driest July in 190 years, with drought declarations and severe heat impacting the country's water supply, agriculture, and public health.