‘Energy transition, FDI key to sustainable development’
Unless Africa prioritises energy transition and Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), achieving sustainable development on the continent may remain a mirage, stakeholders have said. The post ‘Energy transition, FDI key to sustainable development’ appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News – Nigeria and World News.
Surge launches energy drink in Nigeria
Beverage manufacturer, FirstBev Nigeria Limited, has introduced a new energy drink called Surge Energy drink into the Nigerian market. This was disclosed in a statement issued by the manufacturer, who is the authorised bottler of the RC Cola range of products on Tuesday. The launch was held on the 18th of July at the Strongpack […]
New report compiles state-by-state renewable energy decommissioning rules
More than two-thirds of the country has state requirements for decommissioning end-stage renewable energy projects, according to a new report released today by law firm Lewis Roca. The report, “State Requirements For Decommissioning End-Stage Renewable Energy Projects,” is a legal analysis that compiles and assesses renewable energy decommissioning requirements on a state-by-state basis. Utility-scale wind… […]
Lagos residents lament upsurge of shanties
Tribune Online Lagos residents lament upsurge of shanties Residents of Cowrie Creek Estate, Ikate, Lekki Lagos are worried over the increasing number of shanties springing up around the estate. Cowrie Creek Estate, a high-end residential estate, in Ikate, Lagos was conceived in 2007 by Nigeria Liquified Natural Gas (NLNG) Cooperative Society as a private sector-led […]
2023 Top Solar Advocate: Brett White, Pine Gate Renewables
The Solar Power World editorial team is proud each year to present four Top Solar Champions awards, open to all those employed by Top Solar Contractor companies, highlight talent in the industry in different skill areas. The 2023 Top Solar Advocate award-winner is Brett White, VP of regulatory affairs at North Carolina-based Pine Gate Renewables. White spends his… […]
From lamentation to solutions: Trade unions in Africa are changing the narratives for migrant workers
Tribune Online From lamentation to solutions: Trade unions in Africa are changing the narratives for migrant workers With the tales of human rights abuses, violations and exploitations of African migrant workers, CHRISTIAN APPOLOS writes on the efforts of trade unions in Africa towards changing the narrative. Trade unions in Africa are deconstructing negative perceptions of […]
‘Biotechnology only solution to feed Nigeria’s growing population’
Tribune Online ‘Biotechnology only solution to feed Nigeria’s growing population’ THE Director Agricultural Biotechnology Department at the National Biotechnology Development Agency (NABDA), Dr Rose Gidado has said that with the Nigeria’s growing population, biotechnology is the option to ensure that the country does not lack food. Dr Gidado stated this while addressing journalists after a […]
ECOWAS seeks solution to arms proliferation
The Economic Community of West African States has called for a multi-sectoral approach to address the proliferation of small arms and light weapons in the sub-region. ECOWAS made the call at the end of a three-day workshop held with relevant stakeholders in Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria. The ECOWAS Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and […]
NGE joins 50 media groups, practitioners to endorse global principles for fair compensation by Google, Facebook
The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has joined 50 individual and organisations from across the world to endorse the “Big Tech and Journalism: Principles for Fair Compensation,” which is a framework for negotiation between registered news businesses and designated big digital platforms, like Google and Facebook. The framework would streamline payment that publishers would be […]
Azule Energy sells interests in Blocks 3/05 and 3/05A to Afentra
LUANDA, Angola, 24 July 2023 -/African Media Agency (AMA)/- Azule Energy, announced today the signing of an agreement with Afentra for the sale of Azule Energy’s participating interest in shallow-water Blocks 3/05 and 3/05A situated in the Lower Congo Basin. The firm transaction, valued at $48.5 million, encompasses a deferred contingent payment amounting to up to $36 […]