Deforestation
No matter where we live, forests makes our life possible. When a forest is lost anywhere, people feel it everywhere. We literally can’t live without them. So why are they vanishing? Despite their immense value, nearly half of the world’s forests have been lost. What’s worse, we’re cutting them down at greater rates each year […]
Problem of Street Parking in Lagos
The importance of walking cannot be overemphasized Walking is an exercise recommended and encouraged by doctors and dieticians for both young and old to live healthy. Thus the reason for this article ” problem of street parking”. Considering the technology advancement, people can be seated in the confines of their room using a smart phone […]
Tackling Effect of Mining, Climate Change On Environment
Mining, while a viable economic activity could become an albatross in the wake of climate change, there is an urgent need to ensure that stakeholders address the environmental impact of mining towards mitigating the effect of climate change, Ruth Tene Natsa writes. Three communities in Osun state Igun Atakumosa, iperindo and Itagumodi have lamented the […]
DEALING WITH NOISE POLLUTION IN LAGOS
Noise pollution is primarily a loud enemy to the ears. It is also an enemy to the environment as it pollutes our surroundings. Constant exposure to loud noise, experts say, affects our auditory system; especially when it is above the normal 85 decibels. Noise above the normal decibels can perforate our ear membranes which can result […]