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NESREA, Rwanda to collaborate on environmental sustainability
By Francesca Hangeior
The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency has initiated talks with the Rwandan High Commission in Nigeria for partnership in the area of environmental sustainability.
The Director General of NESREA, Dr. Innocent Barikor, who met with the Rwandan High Commission in Abuja, expressed the Agency’s interest in learning from Rwanda’s expertise and successes in combating plastic pollution.
The agency, in a statement on Tuesday, noted that it specifically aims to exchange experiences and inculcate best practices in plastic waste management, leveraging on Rwanda’s notable progress, stressing that, “Nigeria is pushing for the Circular Economy growth and NESREA is at the forefront, likewise the ban on single-use plastics.”
Barikor expressed his admiration for Rwanda’s exemplary commitment to environmental sustainability and innovation, thanked the Government of Rwanda for their support towards capacity building for staff through study visits, and noted the need for high-level collaboration between the two countries on environmental protection and sustainability management.
The Rwandan High Commissioner to Nigeria, Ambassador Christophe Bazivamo stated the daunting challenge of tackling plastic pollution and reiterated the willingness of the government of Rwanda to collaborate with Nigeria.
He added that addressing environmental issues is very important for any government as sustainable development is impossible without sound environmental protection considerations.
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
The federal government has endorsed the establishment of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Federal Polytechnic in Gwarinpa, Abuja.
The decision was part of the government’s drive to ensure that every state in the country had at least one federal polytechnic.
The approval of Bola Ahmed Tinubu Polytechnic was conveyed in a letter dated January 9, 2025, by the Education Minister, Dr. Tunji Alausa.
It was addressed to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike.
The FCT Minister’s office confirmed receipt of the letter on January 16, 2025.
In the correspondence, Dr. Alausa urged Wike to identify suitable locations in Gwarinpa for both temporary and permanent sites of the polytechnic.
A joint team from the Federal Ministry of Education and the National Board for Technical Education have been listed to inspect the proposed locations before finalizing the site selection.
The Bola Ahmed Tinubu Federal Polytechnic is expected to boost technological education, vocational training, and entrepreneurship development, aligning with the government’s commitment to enhancing technical skills and economic empowerment across Nigeria. [With GWG report]
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) reports that the fire incident at its Buguma Wellhead 008, operated by its subsidiary, NNPC Eighteen Operating Ltd (NEOL), was directly caused by the activities of pipeline vandals attempting to compromise the Christmas Tree and steal crude oil.
This unfortunate act of sabotage, which also resulted in severe damage to the well’s back pressure valve, reflects a disturbing pattern of repeated attacks on wellheads in the zone. Since March 2023, crude oil theft on this asset has been persistent, with criminals now resorting to extreme measures, including the use of dynamite to destroy installations and illegally access hydrocarbons.
NNPC Ltd remains committed to combating these fires and mitigating the financial losses associated with these criminal activities, which place a significant burden on the nation’s economy. The company is working closely with relevant security agencies to put an end to these acts of vandalism.
Additionally, NNPC Ltd reaffirms its commitment to supporting communities affected by these destructive activities and will continue to provide necessary relief efforts to mitigate the impact on those affected.
Olufemi O. Soneye
Chief Corporate Communications Officer
NNPC Ltd.
Abuja
20th January, 2025
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