Environment & Climate

Global Health Challenges Reinforce Urgent Need for WHO Leadership

Global experts endorse China’s 15 year pollution plan as model for world

AIIB funds $250 million Beijing coal to gas project to cut pollution

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank approves its first loan in China to replace coal with natural gas in rural Beijing, aiming to cut 650,000 tons of coal use annually and improve air quality.

Nigeria Faces Severe Hunger Crisis with 17 Million at Risk by 2027

A new report by the Famine Early Warning Systems Network projects that 16.99 million Nigerians will face acute hunger by January 2027, driven by conflict, economic instability, and climate shocks.

Climate Change and Maternal Health: How Rising Temperatures Increase Pregnancy Risks

A medical expert warns that excessive heat due to climate change heightens risks of pregnancy complications. Learn who is most affected and how to stay safe.

University of Ibadan Graduates New Wave of Environmental Health Professionals Amid Rising Public Health Challenges

The University of Ibadan has inducted its third cohort of environmental health graduates, equipping them to tackle disease prevention, environmental sustainability, and community health in Nigeria and beyond.

Nigeria Allocates $55 Million to Combat Flooding as Climate Disasters Intensify

Nigeria's National Economic Council approves N83.21 billion ($55 million) for an Anticipatory Action Task Force to address flooding and climate related disasters. Learn about the public health risks and government response.

Cross River State Prioritizes Mangrove Conservation to Combat Climate Change and Protect Coastal Livelihoods

Governor Bassey Otu reaffirms Cross River State’s commitment to mangrove ecosystem preservation, climate resilience, and social protection for coastal communities. Learn how this initiative supports biodiversity and sustainable livelihoods.

UNICEF Report Reveals Alarming Climate Crisis Impact on Over 1 Billion Children Worldwide

A new UNICEF report exposes the devastating reality of climate change for children, with over 1 billion facing at least three overlapping climate risks. Learn about the most affected regions and public health implications.

Oyo State Launches Climate Council to Combat Environmental Threats and Protect Public Health

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde inaugurates a Climate Council to strengthen environmental governance, reduce public health risks, and implement a Climate Action Plan. Learn how this initiative could shape Nigeria’s climate resilience.