Environment

Oct
27
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Economics Of Climate Change With A Digital Twist – By Prof. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Economics Of Climate Change With A Digital Twist – By Prof. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Environment, Good Governance
ECONOMICS OF CLIMATE CHANGE WITH A DIGITAL TWIST 🌍📱 After 3 intensive weeks of work with my research team at the Sustainable Development Centre, University of Abuja, we uncovered an exciting new dimension to climate economics. We built and analyzed a 20-year dataset (2005–2024) covering 30 developing economies — linking traditional climate policy instruments (like carbon taxes and renewable subsidies) with digital engagement indicators such as: Variable What It Measures Social Media Penetration (%) How connected citizens are onlineClimate Awareness Index How informed they are about climate policyDigital Policy Engagement Index How much they participate in online policy discussionsGreen Innovation…
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Aug
05
2025
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The Shadow Operation: Hijacking Climate Science For Global Enslavement – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Shadow Operation: Hijacking Climate Science For Global Enslavement – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Environment, People Reorientation
The Shadow Operation: Hijacking Climate Science for Global Enslavement The Covert Seizure of ScienceThe discourse on climate change has been secretly commandeered. What appears as scientific consensus is a weaponized narrative, carefully crafted by shadowy elites embedded in governments, corporations, and corrupted institutions. Their goal is not planetary salvation, but the establishment of a new global order built on fear and submission. Environmental concern is the mask; total control is the objective. Engineered Chaos: The Tools of TyrannyThese rogue actors actively manipulate the planet itself. Using clandestine geoengineering and weather modification programs, they deliberately intensify natural disasters—manufacturing droughts, floods, and…
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Jun
07
2025
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Effective Waste Management: The Result Of Governor Otti’s Leadership And ASEPA’s Dedication – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Effective Waste Management: The Result Of Governor Otti’s Leadership And ASEPA’s Dedication – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Environment, Good Governance
Effective Waste Management: The Result of Governor Otti's Leadership and ASEPA's Dedication By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD The Abia State government, under the visionary leadership of Governor Alex Otti, has embarked on a transformative journey to revolutionize the state's sanitation sector. After years of neglect and poor waste management, which earned Abia the notoriety of being one of the dirtiest states in Nigeria, the current administration declared a state of emergency in the sanitation sector and established a Special Task Force on Sanitation and Environmental Protection. This bold move led to the revitalization of the Abia State Environmental Protection Agency (ASEPA),…
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Jun
04
2025
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30 States, FCT At Risk Of Flood – FGN Raises Alarm

30 States, FCT At Risk Of Flood – FGN Raises Alarm

FGN, Environment, Mishap, News Flash, Presidency
30 States, FCT At Risk Of Flood – FG Raises Alarm The Federal Government yesterday raised alarm that 30 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, are currently at risk of flooding, reminiscent of last Thursday’s flood in which over 200 persons lost their lives in Mokwa, Niger State. Several houses were also washed away, rendering thousands homeless, even as over 500 persons have been declared missing. The high flood risk states include Abia, Adamawa, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bauchi, Bayelsa, Benue, Borno, Cross River, Delta, Ebonyi, and Edo. Others are Gombe, Imo, Jigawa, Kebbi, Kogi, Kwara, Lagos,…
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Jun
04
2025
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Gov. Otti Poised To Partner Stakeholders For Promotion Of Climate Change Initiatives In Abia

Gov. Otti Poised To Partner Stakeholders For Promotion Of Climate Change Initiatives In Abia

Abia State, Environment, Good Governance, News Flash
GOV. OTTI READY TO PARTNER STAKEHOLDERS TO PROMOTE CLIMATE CHANGE INITIATIVES IN ABIA. Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, says he is ready to partner stakeholders in promoting climate change initiatives in the State. Governor Otti stated this when he received in audience, a delegation of the Foreign Commonwealth & Development Office - Partnership Agile Governance and Climate Change (FCDO-PACE) in his office. He said that partnering experts like the FCDO-PACE is the right thing to do as it would bring about solutions and finding ways of mitigating climate change effects as well as addressing its challenges. He said…
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Feb
08
2025
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The Special Presidential Envoy On Climate Change, Dr Nkeiruka Chidia Maduekwe Visits Isiugwu Ohafia, Mangrove, ABIA State

The Special Presidential Envoy On Climate Change, Dr Nkeiruka Chidia Maduekwe Visits Isiugwu Ohafia, Mangrove, ABIA State

Abia State, Abia North, Environment, News Flash
The Special Presidential envoy on Climate Change, Dr Nkeiruka Chidia Maduekwe visits Isugwu Ohafia, Mangrove, Abia State In continuation of the nationwide assessment tour of the country's mangrove forests, Dr Nkeiruka Chidia  Maduekwe,  Special Presidential Envoy on Climate Change visited the Obai river in Isugwu, Ohafia LGA, Abia State and the surrounding mangrove/wetland areas. The presidential envoy who also double as the DG/CEO National Council on Climate Change was accompanied on the assessment tour by the Abia State Commissioner for Environment, Mr. Philemon Ogbonna, the Permanent Secretary, Abia State Ministry of Environment, Mr. Ikechukwu Orieuwa, the SA to Gov Alex Otti on…
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Feb
05
2025
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Insights Into Otti’s Environment Master Plan For Abia State – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Insights Into Otti’s Environment Master Plan For Abia State – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Environment, Infrastructure
Insights into Otti's Environment Master Plan for Abia State Otti's Environment Master Plan is a comprehensive strategy aimed at addressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainable development. The plan focuses on key areas such as reducing carbon emissions, increasing the share of renewable energy, combating deforestation, and managing plastic waste. Below is a detailed analysis of these areas, with a focus on global, African, Nigerian, and specifically Abia State statistics. Global CO2 Emissions Global CO2 emissions in 2023 reached approximately 37 billion metric tons, with China, the United States, and India being the top contributors. Africa, despite accounting for 17% of…
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Jan
23
2025
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Abia’s Quest For Sanity: Ending Street Trading Menace – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia’s Quest For Sanity: Ending Street Trading Menace – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Gov. Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Environment, Good Governance
Abia's Quest for Sanity: Ending Street Trading Menace Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Street trading has been a longstanding issue in Abia State, particularly in Aba and Umuahia. This menace poses significant dangers and hazards to both traders and the general public. The presence of traders on the streets can lead to traffic congestion, accidents, and even loss of lives. Moreover, street trading contributes to environmental degradation, as traders often dispose of waste improperly, leading to clogged drains and dirty streets. In addition to the inherent dangers, street trading also has destructive effects on the roads. The presence of traders on the…
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Jan
03
2025
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The Sleeper Cells Are Waking Up – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

The Sleeper Cells Are Waking Up – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Environment, International
The Sleeper Cells Are Waking Up In recent years, there has been a growing concern about the rise of sleeper cells around the world. These cells, often made up of small groups of individuals, operate secretly within communities, waiting for the perfect moment to strike. According to experts, the rise of sleeper cells is a result of the increasing globalization and interconnectedness of the world, which has made it easier for terrorist organizations to spread their ideology and recruit new members. One of the most worrying aspects of sleeper cells is their ability to blend in with their surroundings. These…
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Dec
21
2024
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Christmas Funfair: Mrs. Otti Celebrates ABIA Children, Talks Tough Against Child Trafficking

Christmas Funfair: Mrs. Otti Celebrates ABIA Children, Talks Tough Against Child Trafficking

Abia State, Entertainment, Environment, Good Governance, News Flash
Christmas Funfair: Mrs. Otti Celebrates Abia Children, talks tough against child trafficking. The Wife of the Governor of Abia State, Mrs. Priscilla Chidinma Otti, has described children as the greatest treasure of parenthood, emphasizing that their safety, well-being, and future are non-negotiable. Mrs. Otti made this statement yesterday at the Government House, Umuahia, during a special Christmas party organized to celebrate the children of Abia State. She noted that Christmas is a season of joy, love, and sharing—a time to extend compassion to those around us, particularly children. “This season reminds us of the importance of creating a world where…
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