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Gov Urged To Implement Zero Waste Plan, Single Use Plastic

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3 years ago

June 9, 2023

Government at all levels have been called upon to adopt and implement a comprehensive zero waste plan and single use plastic with a view to addressing all forms of waste at the source of generation across all value chain.

The call was made by Richard Benin, Executive Director, Community Development Advocacy Foundation (CODAF) during a riverside action and environmental campaigns in Forcados and Odimodi communities in Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State as part of activities to mark World Environment Day and World Ocean Day.

He said it is important for individuals, cooperate organizations, CSOs, governments at all levels to come together to fight this menace and bequeath an environment in a better condition to our children, as we owe them that.

He explained that plastic waste is growing to be one of the most disturbing issues bedevilling our planet as of today, as these products contains chemicals that are harmful to the environment and the people.

Benin further stressed that, of the 450 million tonnes of plastics produced annually around the globe, only 9% is recircled and a sizeable amount of the remaining unrecycled ones find their way into our rivers and oceans which on the other hand have negative impacts on the ecosystems.

The Executive Director admonished the people to completely avoid or reduce the use of plastic to save their environment and to save mother earth. Speaking further.

Also speaking, at both communities, Nowho Fred stated that World Environmental Day is not just celebrated but a reminder that there’s need to pay attention to the environment, to save the earth for future generations.

On her part, Nefertiti Ayo Okotie said if man must survive staying on planet earth, then all must join in the fight against plastic pollution.

According to her, plastic waste accounts for 85% of Marine waste, adding that about 11 million metric tons of plastic goes into the ocean annually and is estimated to triple over the next 20 years.

Speaking, the Chairman of Forcados, Burutu Erekedowmini called on the appropriate authorities to intervene and save the people of Forcados from being wiped out by the environmental issues plaguing their community.

On her part, Lucy Akinto complained that smoke and black oil from oil exploration activities is affecting the people of Forcados, adding that yet no form of development has been seen in the community.

She lamented that the community does not have portable water, power supply or roads.

Also speaking, Evelyn Orijemi lamented that the people have given up on farming because their farmlands have all gone under water, while crude oil has destroyed fishing activities of the people.

She added that the people of Forcados are living in poverty and their community is being washed away by the sea.

Engineer Jacob Diale also lamented that Forcados has the potential of being a well-developed community, glory of Forcados have been diverted to other parts of Nigeria.

He further lamented that people have been abandoned in deep poverty by the government and the oil multinationals whose crude activities have destroyed the ecosystem and livelihood of the people.

On their part, the women of Odimodi who expressed their gratitude, testified that after the visit of CODAF in January 2023 and the advocacy efforts made, made Shell to introduce nine (9) new scholarship slots for the community and brought medical teams to examine and attend to the medical needs of the people.

While they appreciated the efforts of Shell, they however appealed that rather than bringing occasional medical teams to the community, a standard hospital with trained doctors should be established permanently in Odimodi to attend to emergencies and other unforeseen medical needs of the people.

They also requested for the introduction of adult education for the aged who still value education, and the provision of loans and grants to improve the standard of living in Odimodi.

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Migration Agency Warns Migrants Against Irregular Travel Routes

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May 28, 2026

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The International Organisation for Migration (IOM), in collaboration with Giving is Healing Foundation, has sensitised residents of Ayobo in Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State on the dangers of irregular migration and the need to embrace legal travel procedures.

Speaking during a sensitisation programme held at Megida Ifelodu Community Development Association in Ayobo, the founder of Giving is Healing Foundation, Mr. Gbolahan Ayediran, warned intending migrants against using illegal travel routes.

Ayediran said many Nigerians desire to migrate abroad in search of better opportunities but often ignore proper procedures, thereby exposing themselves to several dangers.

“Lots of people want to migrate and most of them do it in the wrong direction. The reason for the programme is for us to advise people on how they can migrate in the right way. As much as migration is their right, they should do it correctly,” he said.

He advised intending travellers to obtain the necessary travel documents before embarking on any journey, noting that such documents include international passports, visas, flight tickets and yellow cards, depending on the destination country.

According to him, migrants should also gather adequate information about their destination countries to enable them make informed decisions before travelling.

Ayediran further highlighted some of the dangers associated with irregular migration, including abuse, exploitation, discrimination and forced labour.

Also speaking, the Chairman of Megida Ifelodu Community Development Association, Elder Mathews Amusan, commended the organisers for enlightening members of the community on safe migration practices.

He urged residents planning to travel abroad to always follow legal migration procedures to avoid falling victim to human trafficking and other migration-related challenges.

One of the participants, Mr. Kolawole Adenoko, said the programme enlightened him on the dangers of irregular migration and the importance of travelling through the proper channels.

He added that he would also educate his relatives and friends on the risks associated with illegal migration.

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Shatta Wale Bailed Burna Boy From Ghana Prison After Arrest For Smoking Weed – Captan

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May 28, 2026

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Ghanian singer, Captan, has claimed that his former record label boss, Shatta Wale, once bailed Nigerian singer Burna Boy out of prison in Ghana after he was allegedly arrested for smoking weed.

Speaking in a recent podcast interview, Captan claimed that Shatta Wale sent him and others to free Burna Boy from police custody.

He also claimed that Shatta Wale and his group once accommodated Burna Boy when he was being hunted by some dangerous men.

Captan said, “I once bailed Burna Boy out of prison in Ghana when he was arrested for smoking weed. Shatta Wale sent me and some guys to go and free him from police custody.

“There was a time we also accommodated him when some people were after his life. We helped him settle the case.”

He added that he and Burna Boy are no longer in good terms after the Nigerian artist’s fallout with his mentor, Shatta Wale.

He, however, said he and Shatta Wale are open to reconciling with Burna Boy if he asks for it.

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Children’s Day: Chaos At Ogbe Stadium As Dozens Faint

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May 27, 2026

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Chaos erupted on Wednesday during the Children’s Day celebration as dozens of students reportedly collapsed following a stampede triggered by the use of pepper spray.

The event,
organised by the Edo State Ministry of Education at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium was disrupted after some male students of Ihogbe College allegedly made uncompromising advances towards female students at the venue.
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‎ A parent who identified himself as Oboh Emmanuel said, “the behaviour of those uncultured students attracted the attention of bouncers stationed at the stadium as they rebuked the male students.”
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‎Oboh said the affected students later regrouped and attacked the bouncers, leading to a confrontation within the crowded arena.

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It was gathered that in the ensuing confusion, the bouncers were reported to have deployed pepper spray in an area occupied by a large number of students.
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‎Several students, particularly female students, reportedly fainted after inhaling the substance, while others sustained injuries after being stepped on during the ensuing melee.
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‎The panic was said to have spread across the stadium as students, teachers and parents scampered for safety.
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‎Many of the affected students were reportedly rushed to the Edo Specialist Hospital for medical attention.

Reacting to the incident, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Monday Okpebholo, Dr Patrick Ebojele, said the security personnel that fired the tear gas had been detained.

He said all the students, except two, that were rushed to the hospital have been discharged.

Ebojele stated that doctors wanted to observe the students till tomorrow before allowing them to go home.

“The two students are not seriously injured. Doctors want to observe them overnight. Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education is still at the hospital. The man who used pepper spray has been detained.

“The incident did not happen the way it is being exaggerated. All modalities were put in place to ensure the children enjoyed their day.”
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