Nigeria’s Looming Debt Crisis and Climate Change: Painful Inheritance for Future Generations

Debt and Climate Change
Commentary

As Nigeria grapples with climate change and escalating debt, Ogeri Eleri, a Nigerian teen, voices her concerns in this commentary piece. She writes about how these issues may impact her future and that of younger generations, emphasizing the urgent need to scrutinize economic decisions for a sustainable future.

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Debt, Development and Climate Challenges in Nigeria: Realities and Solutions

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Communique

Nigeria’s ballooning debt burden is one of the key challenges the new government is facing. In July 2023, prominent civil society organizations came together to deliberate on this looming debt crisis in the context of the country’s social and climate challenges, and to explore potential remedies.

 

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Green Hydrogen in Nigeria - Potentials and Pitfalls

Green Hydrogen
Interview

Amidst the international buzz around green hydrogen, how can Nigeria position itself as a key player in the green energy transition? Ifeoma Malo, Executive Director of Clean Tech Hub, provides insights on Nigeria's green hydrogen potential and the sector's need for equity and social justice.

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We Are Hiring!

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Hbs is looking for a full-time Accountant who, among other things, has the responsibility to ensure sound and proper accounting practices in consultation with the Finance Manager.

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Beneficial Insects: Small Creatures With Big Impacts

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Pesticide Atlas

Beneficial insects provide enormous ecosystem services to Africa. However, to continue benefitting from these natural processes, sustainable farming and environmental management practices need to be promoted.

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Residues in Kenya: Toxic Side Dish

Toxic Side Dish
Pesticide Atlas

Pesticide use leads to residues in food to which many people around the world are exposed. Kenya is no exception. Global trade of pesticide products and produce means that contaminated food is every consumer’s responsibility.

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Nigeria: Time for a Detox in Agriculture

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Pesticide Atlas

As one of the largest importers of pesticides on the African continent, Nigeria faces mounting challenges due to their high use. A significant number of these pesticides are hazardous and already banned in regions like the European Union.

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Pesticide Use in Africa: Increasingly Vulnerable

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Pesticide Atlas

Pesticide imports into African countries are increasing. However, there is not enough information about how they are used and the impacts they are having on human health and the environment. Governments must increase investments into alternative pest control strategies, like Integrated Pest Management (IPM).

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12 brief lessons about pesticides in agriculture

12 brief lessons about pesticides in agriculture

More and more highly toxic pesticides are being used in agriculture worldwide, although the consequences for our ecosystem are serious.

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