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CNG rollout: States race to cut transport fares before Oct. 1 as queues and N1 million conversion costs bite

Nigerian states are racing to cut transport fares through CNG before Oct. 1, but long queues and conversion costs of up to N1 million are slowing operators.
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Nigeria flood alert: 8,000 communities and 4,500 schools in 15 states at risk this week

Nigeria's hydrological agency warns that more than 8,000 communities and 4,500 schools across 15 states face flooding between Sept. 19 and 25 as rivers rise.
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Erosion Control Efforts in Southern Nigeria

Southern Nigeria ramps up erosion control efforts to tackle land degradation, protect livelihoods, and strengthen climate resilience in affected communities.
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Enugu Governor Signs Four Key Bills Enhancing Business, Environment

Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah signs four bills into law, enhancing business, environmental protection, and sports development.
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Nigeria Vows Crackdown on Illegal Mining

Nigerian authorities are investigating the illegal extraction of suspected uranium after a viral video raised concerns. The Minister of Solid Minerals Development has vowed to punish those involved.
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Lagos Bans Styrofoam Takeaway Packs, Prioritizes Environmental Health

Lagos imposes ban on styrofoam takeaway packs, granting businesses a three-week period for adjustment in environmental health initiative.

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CNG rollout: States race to cut transport fares before Oct. 1 as queues and N1 million conversion costs bite

Nigerian states are racing to cut transport fares through CNG before Oct. 1, but long queues and conversion costs of up to N1 million are slowing operators.
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Nigeria flood alert: 8,000 communities and 4,500 schools in 15 states at risk this week

Nigeria's hydrological agency warns that more than 8,000 communities and 4,500 schools across 15 states face flooding between Sept. 19 and 25 as rivers rise.
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Cross River police arrest vigilante over $5,000 robbery and shooting

Cross River police have arrested a vigilante member accused of shooting a villager in Etung and robbing him of $5,000; a locally made pistol was recovered.
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NAFDAC finds methanol and cannabis in Ondo drinks that killed 48 people

NAFDAC lab tests found high concentrations of methanol and cannabis in herbal concoctions blamed for 48 deaths and seven cases of blindness in Ondo State.