Environment
Nigerian Lawmakers Call for Global Climate Tax on Multinationals
The Nigerian parliament has proposed a global climate tax on multinational companies and billionaires to support African countries grappling with climate change impacts, including recent flooding in Borno and Zamfara States.
Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, made the call on Tuesday during the Pan African Parliament’s special sitting in South Africa. Kalu’s call aligns with a suggestion made by renowned economist Esther Duflo, who has advocated for a global tax to assist vulnerable regions adapt to climate change.
Kalu’s remarks followed a presentation by Charles Nyambura of the Pan African Climate Justice Alliance, which highlighted the severe effects of climate change on Africa. Kalu emphasized that despite Africa contributing only 3.8% of global greenhouse gas emissions, the continent is disproportionately affected by climate change, with major impacts on economic development and human well-being.
He noted that the recent flooding in Borno State has displaced thousands and damaged infrastructure, crops, and shelters. According to the International Organization for Migration, nearly 321,000 individuals across 19 local government areas in Borno were affected by the floods, including over 157,000 internally displaced persons.
Kalu also highlighted the broader implications of climate change, including food insecurity exacerbated by conflicts and economic disruptions. He called for significant reforms in agriculture and increased investment in agribusiness to address the continent’s food crisis.
Furthermore, Kalu stressed the importance of improving education systems to better prepare Africa’s youth for future challenges and opportunities. He also advocated for stronger regional cooperation to combat security threats and denounced unconstitutional changes in government, which he views as threats to democratic progress.
In summary, Kalu’s statements underscore the urgent need for global action to support climate adaptation efforts in Africa and address broader socio-economic issues affecting the continent.
The Lagos State Police Command on Saturday confirmed the death of a 20-year-old female staff and injuries to 13 others following a gas explosion at a fast food restaurant in the Ajah area of the state.
Zagazola Makama reports that the incident occurred at about 3:00 p.m. on July 19, at No. 5 Spring Garden Estate, Orchid Road, Ajah.
According to a police sources, the restaurant, owned by one Uchechukwu Godwill Villason, was gutted by fire caused by a suspected gas leak, leading to a massive explosion and subsequent inferno.
A police source at the Lagos State Command said: “Thirteen staff members sustained varying degrees of burns during the incident and were immediately rushed to the General Hospital, Gbagada, for medical treatment.”
Tragically, one of the victims, identified as Kingsley Promise, a 20-year-old female and native of Akwa Ibom State, succumbed to her injuries while receiving treatment.
Police detectives from the division visited the scene for documentation and evidence collection. The affected hospital was also visited, where the deceased’s body and the condition of the injured victims were assessed.
The remains of the deceased have been evacuated to the Mainland General Hospital morgue, Yaba, for autopsy, while investigation into the cause of the explosion is ongoing.
The command advised business owners handling gas-powered appliances to ensure regular maintenance and safety checks to avert similar tragedies.
By: Ali Musa Biu
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, on Tuesday, received former President Muhammadu Buhari who was in the state to commiserate with the people and government over the 10th of September flood disaster.
Parts of Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, and its surrounding local government areas were struck by a devastating flood that claimed several lives and destroyed many properties.
President Buhari who was out of the country when the flood disaster occurred earlier sent a high powered delegation to commiserate with the government and made a N20m donation to the state relief fund.
Making his remarks during the visit, Buhari said, “When this disaster happened, having been governor in Borno during my military career, I could hardly imagine such disaster. I was out of the country, all I could do was to send people to come and sympathise with you.”
In their separate remarks, Governor Zulum and the Shehu of Borno, Abubakar Umar Garbai Elkanemi, expressed gratitude to the former President for the visit.
The former president was accompanied by the ex-Secretary to the federal government, Boss Mustapha, Engr. Sulaiman Adamu, Sen. Hadi Sirika, Prof. Isa Pantami, Engr. Aliyu Mamman, Garba Shehu, Emeka Nwajiuba, Musa Haro Danmadami among other associates.
By: Ali Musa Biu
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, on Tuesday, received former President Muhammadu Buhari who was in the state to commiserate with the people and government over the 10th of September flood disaster.
Parts of Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, and its surrounding local government areas were struck by a devastating flood that claimed several lives and destroyed many properties.
President Buhari who was out of the country when the flood disaster occurred earlier sent a high powered delegation to commiserate with the government and made a N20m donation to the state relief fund.
Making his remarks during the visit, Buhari said, “When this disaster happened, having been governor in Borno during my military career, I could hardly imagine such disaster. I was out of the country, all I could do was to send people to come and sympathise with you.”
In their separate remarks, Governor Zulum and the Shehu of Borno, Abubakar Umar Garbai Elkanemi, expressed gratitude to the former President for the visit.
The former president was accompanied by the ex-Secretary to the federal government, Boss Mustapha, Engr. Sulaiman Adamu, Sen. Hadi Sirika, Prof. Isa Pantami, Engr. Aliyu Mamman, Garba Shehu, Emeka Nwajiuba, Musa Haro Danmadami among other associates.
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