The UN estimates that reducing methane emissions by 45 per cent by 2030 could help world governments meet the Paris Agreement’s goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The post ANALYSIS: How ready is Nigeria to check world’s most potent greenhouse gas? appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria. Powered by WPeMatico
Gaza War: Palestinian journalists win top press freedom prize
“We have a huge debt to their courage and commitment to freedom of expression,” Mauricio Weibel, who chaired the jury, said in commemoration of World Press Freedom Day. The post Gaza War: Palestinian journalists win top press freedom prize appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria. Powered by WPeMatico
West African journalists decry govts’ neglect of environmental crises
Africa needs $277bn annually to address Climate Change – AfDB President, Adesina
The President of the African Development Bank, Dr Akinwumi Adesina has said the continent needs $277 billion yearly to address Climate Change. Adesina disclosed this in his keynote address on Monday as the Islamic Development Bank marks its 50th anniversary in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. According to him, despite the $277 billion needed annually, the continent […]
The role of parliament in driving Nigeria’s long-term climate goals, By Chukwumerije Okereke
…the Nigerian Parliament, like other parliaments, has a huge role to play in ensuring that the country meets its long-term climate ambitions. However, the path ahead demands more than legislative frameworks and oversight. It calls for a paradigm shift in how Nigerian MPs perceive their role in climate action. The urgent need for education and […]
Climate Change: Yobe establishes 3 weather stations
The Yobe State Government has approved the establishment of three weather stations to enable it fight the effects of climate change. The Commissioner for Home Affairs, Information and Culture, Abdullahi Bego disclosed while briefing newsmen on the outcome of the State Executive Council meeting held on Thursday. “The Council also approved the establishment of three […]
Climate Change: Group unveils actionable plans for ‘sustainable future for Africa’
Nearly $200 million invested in food security in Nigeria—US Embassy
The official noted that they have also provided modest grants to 33 private-sector companies to leverage over $150 million in private-sector development, generate $306 million in domestic sales, and create over 23,000 jobs. The post Nearly $200 million invested in food security in Nigeria—US Embassy appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria. Powered by WPeMatico
Centre urges Rivers to implement action plan on gender, climate change
CJID, NRGI to train media professionals, CSOs on methane emissions reduction
Methane (CH4) stands out as the most potent contributor to existing greenhouse gas emissions, contributing around 30 per cent of the rise in global temperatures. The post CJID, NRGI to train media professionals, CSOs on methane emissions reduction appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria. Powered by WPeMatico