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Amplifying Marginalized Voices: Dr. Oghenefego Ofili on Inclusive Storytelling for SDGs

By Ify Onyekwere In a powerful conversation on The Development Report Radio Show, Dr. Oghenefego Ofili, Media Strategist and CEO of Teo-Inspiro International, shared her insights on the importance of inclusive storytelling for the advancement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Dr. Ofili emphasized the need to amplify the voices of marginalized groups to ensure […]

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How Grassroots Governance Can Drive Sustainable Development in Nigeria

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By Ogeyi Blessing The maiden Nigeria Grassroots Governance Summit and Awards, held on the 30th of October, 2024, in Lagos Nigeria, brought together key industry leaders, governance experts, and traditional rulers to examine how grassroots governance can be a catalyst for sustainable development and national resilience. Themed “Sustainable Grassroots Governance: The Panacea for a Resilient

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Accelerating Nigeria’s Energy Transition for Sustainable Development

Local Solutions for Global Challenges: Nigeria’s Role in Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation

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By Ify Onyekwere Nigeria’s battle against climate change requires innovative, region-specific strategies, according to Usman Muhammad Mareri, Founder and Executive Director of the Centre for Renewable Energy and Action on Climate Change. Speaking on the Development Report Program, Mareri highlighted the distinct climate challenges Nigeria faces across its regions, from desertification in the north to

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Empowering Nigeria’s Women Farmers for a Climate-Resilient Future

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By Ify Onyekwere Climate change poses an increasingly serious challenge in Nigeria, where agriculture is one of the backbone of the economy and supports about 70% of the people. This is important for Nigeria’s smallholder farmers, who mostly depend on rain-fed agriculture. As rainfall patterns become more variable, farmers confront increased challenges in planning and

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Fuel Price Hike Triggers Economic Strain in Nigeria as Citizens and Businesses Struggle with Rising Costs

Beyond the Pledges: The Real Barriers to Gender-Responsive Climate Adaptation in Nigeria

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By David Arome Nigeria has committed to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) to scale up gender-responsive integration into the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and climate adaptation plans, aligning with global efforts under the Lima Work Programme on Gender. However, these efforts face numerous challenges. A recent report, 2024, indicates that 85

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Community-Led Climate Action: A Blueprint for Mitigation and Adaptation in Nigeria

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By Ify Onyekwere In a compelling interview on The Development Report show on People’s 105.5 FM Abuja, Edwin Orogbo, Executive Director of the Society for Planet and Prosperity (SPP), provided critical insights into how communities can drive the fight against climate change. The conversation centered around the importance of community-led initiatives in fostering both mitigation

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Multilingual Education: A Key to Addressing Nigeria’s Communication and Development Challenges

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By Ify Onyekwere On the September 7, 2024, episode of The Development Report on People’s 105.5FM, Aro Leonard, a seasoned media development expert with speciality in social transformation and environmental issues, shared profound insights into the role of multilingual education in addressing global challenges. The show, hosted by Ify Onyekwere, was organized to commemorate International

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Catalyzing Green Entrepreneurship in Nigeria: Expert Insights

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By Ify Onyekwere Igwebuike Ijeoma, a Board Member at Climate Strategies Think Tank, London, was a guest on The Development Report show where he discussed the importance of catalyzing green entrepreneurship in Nigeria. He explained that green entrepreneurship, what he calls “enviropreneurship,” is the effort by entrepreneurs to save and conserve the environment. According to

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