Environment

Environmental Projects: Group Harps On Gender Equality

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12 years ago

November 24, 2014

The Global Environment
Facility (GEF), the largest sponsor of environmental initiatives, says it places emphasis on gender mainstreaming in supporting environmental projects.
GEF’s Desk Officer in the Federal Ministry of Environment, Mrs Halima Mohammed made this known at the 8th GEF National Steering Committee in Abuja.
Mohammed spoke during a presentation on “GEF at a Glance”, said.“GEF is emphasising gender mainstreaming through its programmes and projects which present opportunities to increase human empowerment and effectiveness of its investment in enhancing global environmental benefits.
“GEF recognises gender equality as an important social goal with associated implications for the projects that received GEF support”.
“The GEF aims to achieve global environmental benefits and sustainable development by promoting issues related to gender equality as they affect men and women for their empowerment,’’ she said.
The official said that Nigeria was making appreciable efforts to redeem outstanding pledges to the GEF Trust Fund.
It would be recalled that, Nigeria has pledged a total of 11 million Special Drawing Rights (SDR) contributions to the trust fund.
The Tide gathered that Nigeria is supposed to be contributing at least four million SDR to the fund for each replenishment or cycle.
Nigeria has redeemed its pledges for the first and second replenishments and paid part of the third replenishment.
Mohammed, an Assistant Director in the Federal Ministry of Environment, said that the country had achieved appreciable efforts in implementing GEF projects.
The director said that Nigeria’s participation at the last GEF’s Assembly and other related meetings in Mexico in May was commended by international partners.
“Nigeria was able to win three more projects to complete the GEF-5 cycle. “Also, Nigeria championed an exhibition platform that enabled her to display the proceeds of GEF activities, which attracted more investors and the world’s interest to Nigeria for possible collaboration between her and other countries,’’ she said.
“This allocation is under the System for Transparent Allocation of Resources (STAR), which allows GEF to allocate funds to countries to implement projects in specific focal areas,’’ she said.
She said that Nigeria joined GEF in 1994 and had been benefiting immensely from grants to implement environmental projects.

Sole Administrator, Rivers State Waste Management Agency (RIWAMA) ,Mr Ade Adeogun (right), conferring with Manager, Public and Government Affairs, BRT, Onne, Mobil Production, Mr. Adeyemi Fakayejo, during the donation of a refuse compactor truck to RIWAMA in Port Harcourt, recently

Environment

LWC, Julius Berger seek stronger coordination on Lagos infrastructure

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2 days ago

August 17, 2026

The Tide

The Lagos Water Corporation (LWC) has commenced discussions with Julius Berger Nigeria Plc to strengthen coordination between water and road infrastructure projects.

This is contained in a statement issued by the corporation.

The corporation said the engagement followed a courtesy and familiarisation visit led by its Managing Director, Mr Mukhtaar Tijani, to Julius Berger’s Ijora office.

It said the visit was aimed at strengthening institutional relations and creating opportunities for deeper collaboration between both organisations.

The corporation stressed the importance of cordial relationships with neighbouring organisations and strategic stakeholders to promote future collaboration.

The meeting focused on road construction, water pipeline protection, water infrastructure development and sustainable water supply across Lagos Island and its environs.

Both organisations highlighted the need for early communication and technical coordination to prevent conflicts between road projects and existing water infrastructure.

Julius Berger Regional Commercial Manager, Region West, Mr Alexander Bauer, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to sustainable engineering solutions rather than short-term fixes.

Bauer stressed the importance of early stakeholder engagement and proper coordination before construction activities begin.

The meeting also examined access to project drawings and technical information required to improve coordination between water and road infrastructure projects.

Julius Berger explained that releasing detailed project drawings remained subject to approval from the appropriate client.

Both organisations therefore agreed on the need to engage the Lagos State Government to secure necessary approvals and strengthen technical collaboration.

The discussions also focused on accurate pipeline information and its importance in planning future water infrastructure and urban development projects.

The LWC delegation raised concerns about uncoordinated borehole drilling and its potential effects on groundwater resources and the ecosystem.

Participants noted that stronger public water supply systems could reduce dependence on individual boreholes and help protect underground water resources.

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They also agreed on the importance of sharing information on construction activities, road conditions, project schedules and potential disruptions.

Security and community considerations were also discussed, with Julius Berger highlighting its engagement with relevant authorities on security infrastructure within the area.

The meeting ended with a shared commitment to open communication, stronger technical coordination and exploring further opportunities for collaboration.

The engagement is expected to strengthen synergies between water and road infrastructure planning and support resilient and sustainable infrastructure development across Lagos.

Environment

IYD: Climate experts advocate investment in African youth

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2 days ago

August 17, 2026

The Tide

Some Climate Experts across Africa have called for investment in African youth to enhance future security.

They made the call on Wednesday during a webinar organised by Planet, People and Peace Foundation (PPPF), a non-governmental organisation, to observe 2026 International Youth Day (IYD).

According to them, there is a need to invest, listen and create opportunities for young African people.

The Tide source reports that the 2026 theme of the IYD is “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations’’.

Miss Bisi Kumuyi, the Secretary, Climate Beyond Border Caravan (CBBC), Nigeria, who canvassed for investment in youth, said the future of Africa would be determined by the opportunities the continent created for its young people today.

The CBBC, an initiative of PPPF, is a pan-African, youth-led campaign promoting climate action, cross-border cooperation and green economic transformation across the continent.

‘‘As Africa joins the rest of the world to commemorate International Youth Day on Aug. 12, 2026, we celebrate the energy, creativity, resilience and determination of young Africans who continue to shape the continent’s present and future.

‘‘This year’s theme reminds us that young people across Africa live in different social, economic and cultural circumstances.

‘‘They share common aspirations: access to quality education, decent employment, innovation, peace, inclusion, environmental sustainability and opportunities to fulfil their potential,’’ she said.

Also speaking, Mrs Nouran Farouk, an Egyptian Climate Activist, called for urgent investment in Africa’s youth.

According to her, Africa is the world’s youngest continent, and its youthful population represented one of its greatest assets.

Environment

PWDs: CCD Unveils Report On Climate Change Impacts, Urges Implementation

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2 days ago

August 17, 2026

The Tide

The Centre for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD) has unveiled a research report on impacts of climate change on Persons With Disabilities (PWDs), calling for its implementation in the country.

The Acting Director CCD, Mr Godwin Unumeri, made the call at the public presentation of the report titled: “Disability-Inclusive Greenhouse Gas Emission and Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation in Nigeria” on Wednesday in Lagos.

The event brought together government institutions, development partners, civil society organisations, persons with disabilities and other key stakeholder to foster dialogue, collaboration and stronger commitment to disability-inclusive climate change adaptation and mitigation in Nigeria.

Unumeri urged stakeholders to strengthen collaboration and policy commitment toward building climate resilience and ensuring the inclusion of persons with disabilities in Nigeria’s climate response.

He noted that valuable insights and recommendations from stakeholders at a validation workshop in February had been incorporated into the report.

According to him, effective implementation of the recommendations requires sustained collaboration, strong policy commitment, adequate resource mobilisation and coordinated action across sectors.

“By working together, we can translate these findings into practical interventions that strengthen climate resilience and ensure the full inclusion of persons with disabilities in Nigeria’s climate response,” he said.

In her remarks, the General Manager, Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA), Adenike Oyetunde-Lawal, urged the stakeholders to ensure that the report would be translated into practical interventions to enhance full inclusion of PWDs particularly in climate change policies.