Climate Change

Record-Breaking Rains Trigger Severe Flooding In Pearl River Delta

Apr 22, 2024. by Ekohot Editor

Record-breaking rains flood southern China’s Pearl River Delta, sparking infrastructure concerns. Guangdong province faces widespread flooding, displacing thousands amid unusually heavy rainfall. Climate change worsens extreme weather in China, intensifying floods and droughts, highlighting infrastructure vulnerabilities. EKO HOT BLOG reports that floods indundated several cities in southern China’s densely populated Pearl River Delta after record-breaking … Read more

Flood Victims In Ogun Communities Seek Government Assistance

Apr 22, 2024.Apr 22, 2024. by Ekohot Editor

Eko Hot Blog reports that residents of Oloke and Aseese communities in the Ibafo axis of Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State have voiced their concerns about the flooding in the area. Several streets in the communities were submerged in floodwaters following a downpour on Sunday afternoon, as shown in videos shared by … Read more

JUST IN: EU Launches €9 Million Projects To Revolutionize Nigeria’s Energy Landscape

Mar 26, 2024. by Praise Ben

EU launches €9 million projects to improve Nigeria’s energy sector. Focus on small hydropower and circular economy practices. Aims to boost energy accessibility and sustainability in Nigeria. EKO HOT BLOG reports that continuing its commitment to enhancing Nigeria’s energy sector, the European Union has launched two new projects valued at €9 million. The announcement was made … Read more

COP28: Africa Must Not Be A Victim Of Climate Change Mitigation Efforts, Tinubu Tells World Leaders

Dec 2, 2023. by Philip Ibitoye

President Bola Tinubu speaking on a panel on African Green Industrialization hosted by the COP28 Presidency

Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has warned world leaders that Africa must not become a victim of the disruptions that come with climate change mitigation measures. He spoke on Saturday on a panel on African Green Industrialization hosted by the COP28 Presidency and the President of the United Arab Emirates, His Highness … Read more

Niger State Government Allocates N300 Million For Tree Planting

Dec 2, 2023. by Praise Ben

EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Mohammed Umar Bago-led government of Niger State has earmarked the sum of three hundred million (N300,000,000) for tree planting in part of the state. Speaking on Friday during a Hybrid Technical Support Mission of the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) Project in Minna, the State Commissioner for Agriculture, … Read more

North East Governors Rally To Tackle Security Challenges, Demand Urgent Action On Neglected Roads

Nov 25, 2023. by Praise Ben

EKO HOT BLOG reports that governors of the North East region have decisively resolved to address the security challenges facing them by enhancing collaboration among member states. Their primary objective is to design a comprehensive security architecture for the region. The governors noted that bad federal roads are fuelling insecurity in the region and called … Read more

Flood Crisis: Tinubu calls For Action to Curb Effects

Oct 11, 2023. by Ekohot Editor

Eko Hot Blog reports that Faced by an imminent flood crisis across the country, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed an immediate plan of action to reduce its impact. EDITOR’S PICKS Fraudulent Academic Records: ‘Bring Evidence In 30 Days’ – Wole Soynika Dares Accusers IPOB: Troops Arrest 2 ESN Members, Recover Rocket Propelled Launcher In … Read more

Lagos Unveils ‘Strategic Plan’ For Mitigating Climate Change

Aug 16, 2023. by Philip Ibitoye

Lagos monthly rental scheme set for enforcement

Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has restated his administration’s commitment to working closely with experts, organisations, and the global community to ensure that the state remains at the forefront of climate action in the country. Sanwo-Olu stated this on Tuesday at the 10th Summit of the Association of … Read more

‘Creating A Green Space:’ Lagos Mainland LG Educates High School Students, Others On Tree-Planting Benefits

Jul 15, 2023.Jul 15, 2023. by Philip Ibitoye

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Mainland Local Government (LG) has educated students of the Ijero Girls High School, Ebute-Metta West, Lagos, on the significance of regular tree-planting in an effort to conserve their environment and mitigate the impacts of climate change. The LG carried out the exercise on Friday as part of … Read more

‘Trillions Squandered On Subsidy Could Be The Planet’s Lifeline’ – World Bank Reveals

Jun 16, 2023.Jun 16, 2023. by Praise Ben

Trillions of dollars wasted on subsidies for agriculture, fishing, and fossil fuels could have addressed climate change, according to the World Bank. Governments spend $1.25 trillion annually on these sectors, six times more than their Paris Agreement commitment. Repurposing these subsidies can tackle global challenges and create a better future. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more

May 29: 15 Key Things You Need To Know Ahead Of Tinubu’s Inauguration

May 29, 2023. by Praise Ben

As Nigeria prepares for the inauguration of Asiwaju Bola Tinubu as the country’s 16th president, there are key things you need to know. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that ahead of the inauguration, Nigerians have called on the president-elect to take quick actions to tackle critical issues in the country’s economy, security, fuel subsidy and … Read more

New York: Composting Of Human Bodies Legalized

Jan 2, 2023. by Ekohot Editor

New York has become the latest US state to allow so-called human composting. Eko Hot Blog reports that a person can now have their body turned into soil after their death – which is seen as an environmentally friendly alternative to a burial or cremation. EDITOR’S PICKS US: House Of Reps Bans TikTok From Official … Read more

Climate Change: Canada’s Polar Bear Population Drops

Dec 24, 2022. by Ekohot Editor

The polar bear population in Canada’s western Hudson Bay has dropped by 27% in just five years, a report has said. Eko Hot Blog reports that a government report estimates that 618 animals lived in the area last year, down from 842 in 2016. EDITOR’S PICKS British Airways: Flights Leaving US Grounded Over Technical Issue … Read more

UK: Household Rubbish To Be Turned Into Jet Fuel

Dec 22, 2022. by Ekohot Editor

Waste gases from a steelworks and household rubbish could be used to fuel aeroplanes for “guilt-free flying”. Eko Hot Blog reports that it comes as five projects have been awarded a share of a £165m government fund. EDITOR’S PICKS British Airways: Flights Leaving US Grounded Over Technical Issue Met Office Forecasts 2023 Will Be Hotter … Read more

2023: INEC Has No Reason Not To Be Ready For Elections – Buhari

Dec 18, 2022. by Philip Ibitoye

Buhari says INEC has no reason not to be ready for the 2023 elections. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has said he has ensured that INEC has everything it needs to conduct the 2023 elections successfully. EDITOR’S PICKS FG Evacuates Nigerians From Niger Republic, India After Horror Experience Lagos Govt Sensitises MDAs … Read more

Energy Plan: Buhari Seeks US Financial, Technical Assistance At US-Africa Summit

Dec 14, 2022. by Philip Ibitoye

Buhari is seeking financial and technical assistance from the United States. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has called for “considerable financial and technical support” from the United States (US) to achieve Nigeria’s energy transition goals. EDITOR’S PICKS Sanwo-Olu Promises Development Of Lagos Creative Arts Industry Yuletide: Sanwo-Olu Charges Security Agents To Ensure … Read more

COP27 Resolution: A Justification Of Tinubu’s Viral Climate Change Comments?

Dec 3, 2022.Dec 3, 2022. by Philip Ibitoye

Presidential-elect Bola Tinubu's incoming administration faces a dilemma over the fuel subsidy regime

By Philip Ibitoye The world is currently in a climate emergency, and Nigeria is not exempted from the devastating effects of this crisis. Recently, Nigeria experienced its worst flooding disaster in more than ten years. The flooding, attributed to climate change, killed more than 600 people and affected more than two million Nigerians. Interestingly, … Read more

Nearly 200 Countries Agree On Historic Fund To Help Poor Countries Deal With Climate Disasters

Nov 20, 2022.Nov 20, 2022. by Philip Ibitoye

Nearly 200 countries have agreed on a historic fund to help poor countries deal with climate disasters. Eko Hot Blog reports that delegates from nearly 200 countries at the COP27 climate summit have agreed to establish a “loss and damage” fund aimed at helping vulnerable countries cope with climate disasters. EDITOR’S PICKS Buhari Cries Out … Read more

Buhari Cries Out For Help: Direct More Money To Helping Africa Adapt To Climate Change Effects

Nov 11, 2022.Nov 11, 2022. by Philip Ibitoye

Buhari has asked western leaders to direct more money to helping Africa adapt to the effects of climate change. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has called on rich countries to devote a greater share of funding to helping developing nations in Africa adapt to the effects of climate change. EDITOR’S PICKS Peter … Read more

COP27: “No More Blame Game!” Buhari Seeks Urgent Climate Action

Nov 9, 2022.Nov 9, 2022. by Philip Ibitoye

Buhari is seeking urgent climate action, telling world leaders to stop the blame game. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has urged world leaders to quit the blame game regarding the global climate crisis. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Crisis: Some Governors In Wike Camp Will Still Work For Atiku – Dino Melaye Contempt: Bawa … Read more