Tag: #ClimateAction
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UNEP SOUNDS ALARM ON CLIMATE ADAPTATION FUNDING GAP: DEVELOPING NATIONS FACE MASSIVE SHORTFALL
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has issued a stark warning in its Adaptation Gap Report 2025, revealing that developing countries will need over $310 billion annually by 2035 to tackle worsening climate impacts a figure more than 12 times the current funding levels. Titled “Running on Empty”, the report highlights that while more countries…
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ABU ZARIA STUDENT TURNS TO CHARCOAL PRODUCTION AMID HARDSHIP, CALLS FOR SUSTAINABLE FORESTRY
Joshua Christopher, an undergraduate Chemistry student at Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria, shared that economic hardship pushed him into charcoal production, which is now his main source of livelihood as he pursues his degree. Speaking during a field visit to Kajuru Local Government Area, Kaduna State, Joshua explained the charcoal process and highlighted the environmental…
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FCT TO HOST AFRICA CLIMATE FORUM 2025, DRIVING GREEN TRANSITION SOLUTIONS
The Federal Capital Territory will host the Africa Climate Forum (ACF) 2025 from October 14-15, bringing together governments, investors, innovators, and civil society to develop practical solutions for Africa’s green transition. Prof. George Nwangwu of the Global Centre for Law, Business and Economy says this year’s theme, “Bolder, Greener and Better Steps,” focuses on closing…
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UNEP CALLS FOR MINING REFORMS TO DRIVE SUSTAINABLE CLEAN ENERGY INVESTMENT
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is urging major reforms in mining finance, governance, and regulation to support a fair and clean energy transition. Their new report highlights that mineral extraction now makes up half of global raw material use, pushing urgent need for responsible investment as demand for key clean energy minerals surges. UNEP…
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GLOBAL CITIZEN FESTIVAL: UN DEPUTY SECRETARY-GENERAL CALLS FOR JUSTICE AND URGENCY
Amina Mohammed thanks fans for raising their voices and urges action for a fairer world by 2030. At New York’s Global Citizen Festival, Deputy UN Secretary-General Amina Mohammed praised the crowd for demanding justice and refusing to give up on a better world. Highlighting just five years left to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals, she…
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VP KASHIM SHETTIMA TO DELIVER NIGERIA’S NATIONAL STATEMENT AT UNGA
Nigeria set to unveil updated climate commitments and showcase renewed global leadership. Vice-President Kashim Shettima will represent President Tinubu at UNGA, delivering Nigeria’s statement and unveiling updated Nationally Determined Contributions under the Paris Agreement. The address highlights Nigeria’s strengthened global voice under Tinubu’s leadership, emphasizing reforms and Africa’s role on the world stage.
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UN CLIMATE CHIEF CALLS FOR ACCELERATED CLEAN ENERGY ACTION IN DECADE OF DELIVERY
Tenfold surge in clean energy investment signals hope, but faster, fairer progress is crucial. UN Climate Exec Secretary Simon Stiell highlights $2 trillion clean energy growth since Paris Agreement but warns benefits remain uneven. He urges nations to ramp up implementation, leveraging technology like AI and clean industry to create jobs and resilience. Stiell stresses…
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UN, AU & EU REAFFIRM COMMITMENT TO PEACE AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN AFRICA
Powerful trio unites to tackle conflicts, climate, and investment for a thriving Africa. Global leaders at the UN General Assembly pledged stronger collaboration to end African conflicts, support stability, and address debt and climate challenges. They highlighted crises in Sudan, Sahel, Libya, DRC, and Somalia while backing Africa-led solutions aligned with Agenda 2063 and the…
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VP KASHIM SHETTIMA ARRIVES IN NEW YORK FOR 80TH UN GENERAL ASSEMBLY
Nigeria champions global reforms, sustainable development, and investment at UNGA. Vice President Kashim Shettima landed in New York to represent President Tinubu at the week-long UN General Assembly. Alongside key ministers and officials, he will deliver Nigeria’s statement, unveil new climate commitments, and attend high-level discussions on peace, taxation reform, and Africa’s UN Security Council…
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EUROPEAN COMMISSION MOVES TO BAN RUSSIAN LNG IMPORTS BY EARLY 2027
EU ramps up pressure on Russia by cutting fossil fuel revenues amid ongoing conflict. The European Commission plans to advance the ban on Russian liquefied natural gas imports to early 2027 as part of its 19th sanctions package. President Ursula von der Leyen highlighted efforts to diversify energy sources and reduce dependence on Russian fossil…
