Proliferation of cult groups in schools a time bomb, Red Cross warns
The Nigerian Red Cross (NRC) has warned that the proliferation of cult groups in primary and secondary schools in the country is a ticking time bomb. A member of the National Governing Board of the NRC, Sir Eddy Ogidi–Gbegbaje, gave the warning when the members of the Oshimili South Division of the NRC honoured him […]
The Fear Of Coups In Africa!
“Most of wars or military coups or invasions are done in the name of democracy against democracy” – Eduardo Galeano (Uruguayan journalist) My dear faithful reader, let us begin with the all-important questions: Why do the citizens in the African countries such as Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger and most recently that of Gabon involved in […]
ONE Campaign charges African leaders on green growth, climate finance solutions
Tribune Online ONE Campaign charges African leaders on green growth, climate finance solutions Anti-poverty organisation, The ONE Campaign, has described the just-concluded Africa Climate Summit in Nairobi, Kenya, as one that offered African leaders an opportunity to chart the continent’s “unified and comprehensive direction towards building an equitable and sustainable future for the continent.” The […]
Niger Delta groups knock calls for NNPCL boss removal
…says leadership brought transformation From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Coalition of Niger Delta Youth Groups, has in strong term condemned the call by some groups for the prob and sack of the leader of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) Mele Kyari. The group in a statement jointly signed by Comrade Israel Uwejeyan […]
Current pipeline surveillance strategy yielding result — Niger Delta groups
Tribune Online Current pipeline surveillance strategy yielding result — Niger Delta groups The Coalition of Niger Delta Youth Groups has lauded the leadership of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) over the current pipeline surveillance contract which they said is yielding positive results. This is contained in a statement signed by National Coordinator Niger […]
Inside energy magnate Wale Tinubu’s new multi-billion mega deal
When energy tycoon Jubril Adewale Tinubu took to the podium recently at an industry summit and confidently proclaimed his determination to elevate Oando Plc fortunes to heights never seen and scarcely conceivable as its Group Chief Executive, there were quite a few raised eyebrows and sceptical looks among the stakeholders. But what these doubters failed […]
Arka Energy previewing PV patio canopy at RE+
Arka Energy introduced PowerPatio, an addition to its lineup of lifestyle solar solutions. Building on its existing product, the PowerGazebo, the PowerPatio is a prefabricated structure that integrates glass-on-glass PV tiles to provide shading and produce solar power in residential applications. The PowerPatio comes in multiple sizes starting at 180 sq ft and up to… […]
How long do residential solar panels last?
Multiple factors affect the productive lifespan of a residential solar panel. In the first part of this series, we look at the solar panels themselves. Residential solar panels are often sold with long-term loans or leases, with homeowners entering contracts of 20 years or more. But how long do panels last, and how resilient are […]
SunPower Foundation announces new grants to increase clean energy access
To make residential solar a realistic option for low-income consumers, SunPower Foundation announced three new grant programs to fund nonprofit organizations advancing domestic clean energy equity. SunPower, a solar technology service company, says fewer than 5% of domestic homes are solar-powered today. The business lists presumed high installation costs as one of the primary deterrents […]
LS Energy Solutions to construct large-scale energy storage to serve CAISO market
The 200 MW/400MWh Big Rock project, expected to be online in the second half of 2024, is designed to bring stabililty to the Southern California grid. LS Energy Solutions (LS-ES), a specialist in grid-connected energy storage solutions, is deploying 200 MW/400 MWh of energy storage to a site in Southern California. Construction of the project, […]