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FG Committed to Restoration of Ecosystem- Ikeazor
FG Committed to Restoration of Ecosystem- Ikeazor
The Federal Government has expressed its commitment to finding lasting solutions to the restoration and sustenance of the nation’s ecosystem.
Speaking at the 15th National Council on Environment in Abuja on Wednesday, the Minister of State for Environment, Chief Sharon Ikeazor said the nation is determined to ensure that the president’s environment is preserved for sustainable development.
Ikeazor, who was represented by a permanent secretary in the ministry, Hassan Musa, said the 15th meeting of the National Council on Environment themed “Appraisal of the Emerging challenges and opportunities in the Environment Sector: A call for action towards the Environment of our dream,” could not have come at a better time considering the enormous challenges and opportunities that have been thrown up by the debilitating effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
She said: “Without a doubt, the pandemic is also a wakeup call for us to lay out a blueprint for a transformative recovery towards greater sustainability, greener and more inclusive economy that will advertently steer the economy on the path of visible growth and development. However, the trajectory of growth we envision can only be achieved through the efficient discharge of our roles and obligations with utmost responsibility.”
Ikeazor added that: “As we are all aware, the widespread practices of unhealthy and degenerating human activities have led to deforestation, unprecedented global warming, loss of biodiversity, climate change, flooding, plastic and air pollution amongst others. This has set the topography of our environment on a downward spiral.”
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The Minister said: “At this juncture, while we critically examine the prevailing environmental challenges we should not lose sight of the emerging opportunities which must be driven through the following actions: Designing and implementing standard operating procedures; providing technical support for environmental remediation projects; designing programmes and process for a cleaner environment, ensure sustainable environmental planning and the conservation of our natural resources.”
She noted that “the commitment to finding lasting solutions to the restoration and sustenance of our ecosystem is being assiduously executed through the mandate of the Great Green Wall, Waste Management, watershed Management, Renewable energy, Eco-Tourism, Green bond, Afforestation/Reforestation programmes, implementation of UNEP report on the Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation project (HYPREP) and Environmental Impact assessment with the aim of predominantly preserving the environment for Sustainable development.”
She told the gathering that: “On this note, and as you settle down to x-ray the various memoranda that are before you, I would like to employ you to pay special attention to this very important segment of the meeting as recommendations harvested during the technical deliberations will determine the decisions to be arrived at the Council meeting on Friday.”
FG Committed to Restoration of Ecosystem- Ikeazor
Police arrest MOPOL, security guards over warehouse burglary in Ogun
By: Zagazola Makama
The Police in Ogun have arrested a mobile policeman and several security guards for alleged conspiracy, burglary and theft from a warehouse belonging to H.K Printing & Packaging Limited, Agbara.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred on Aug. 9 at about 11:00 p.m., when a truck drove into the company premises and proceeded to the warehouse, allegedly aided by security operatives on duty.
According to the sources, Insp. Ibrahim James, attached to PMF 16 Abeokuta, was captured on CCTV moving around and allegedly leading the operation.
Another officer, Insp. Olabamipe Olaiya, posted to the same beat, was said to be absent from duty at the time.
The company’s security guards and the implicated police personnel allegedly conspired with others still at large to break into the warehouse and cart away goods whose total value is yet to be ascertained.
Police detectives led by CSP Phillips Abayomi, Acting ACP, Agbara Division, visited the scene and arrested the mobile policeman along with the private security guards on duty during the incident.
The suspects are being interrogated, while efforts are ongoing to track down fleeing accomplices and recover the stolen items.
Police arrest MOPOL, security guards over warehouse burglary in Ogun
Police launch manhunt for herbalist over alleged ritual killing in Nasarawa
By: Zagazola Makama
The Nasarawa State Police Command says it is searching for a herbalist, simply identified as Alfa, over alleged involvement in a ritual killing and attempted murder in Mararaba.
It was gathered that the case was reported by one Jamilu Abubakar, a vigilante member.
Abubakar allegedly accompanied two young men to Alfa’s residence on Aug. 12 to seek spiritual assistance purportedly to make more money through internet fraud.
“It was gathered that Alfa prepared a concoction and meat for the victims to eat. Shortly after consuming the meal, both developed severe stomach pain and were rushed to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Mararaba.
“Sadly, one of the victims, Ani Sunday, aged 21, was confirmed dead by the doctor on duty, while the second, Tosin Akurunor, is responding to treatment,” said the sources.
He said Abubakar had been arrested for his role in taking the victims to the herbalist, while the main suspect, Alfa, was at large.
Efforts are ongoing to apprehend Alfa and conclude investigations, he added.
Police launch manhunt for herbalist over alleged ritual killing in Nasarawa
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Investments in circular economy have the potential to increase forex earnings- NESREA DG
Investments in circular economy have the potential to increase forex earnings- NESREA DG
By: Michael Mike
The Director General of National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA), Prof. Innocent Barikor has affirmed that investments in the circular economy value chain have the potential to increase the country’s foreign exchange earnings.
Barikor made this statement recently during a meeting with the management of a plastic packaging recycling (rPET) company, Sonnex in Lagos.
He assured the team that the Nigerian government prioritizes circular economy, noting that the draft National Environmental (Plastic Waste Control) Regulations soon to be gazetted is one of the efforts to strengthen the legal framework for circular economy implementation in Nigeria.
He said: “Circular Economy falls under the Presidential priorities for the Federal Ministry of Environment, and the Minister is very keen on the success. Apart from tackling the problem of waste, green jobs have been created .
“The pellets and flakes you produce and export also generate foreign exchange. The Plastic Waste Control Regulations are awaiting official gazette and once gazetted, we would have connected the dots of the framework to implement circular economy in the plastic sector. We are deeply committed to ensuring the success of Circular Economy.”
Earlier, the Managing Director, Anil Mohinani intimated the NESREA boss on the process for the production of recycled PET bottles (rPET), whilst also highlighting the challenges faced by investors in the sector .
He listed some of the setbacks to include lack of a legal instrument to compel manufacturers in the food and beverage sector to embrace food-grade rPET, unfriendly policies by some foreign companies, and insufficient awareness .
“Europe and America create barriers to protect their international recycling business. There is unfair competition. In some countries such as Kenya, there is encouragement to invest in rPET recycling because there is a regulation in place,” he added.
Investments in circular economy have the potential to increase forex earnings- NESREA DG
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