Nigeria
Nigeria plans gas-led transition to full energy access and net zero emissions
The government is seeking an initial $10 billion to extend energy access to 90 million Nigerians with solar panels and a doubling of gas power generation this decade
Nigerian airlines win jet fuel subsidy after shutdown threat
After domestic airlines threatened to ground their planes, the government agreed to cover some of their rising fuel costs
Will Nigeria’s climate change law put the brakes on gas flaring?
Nigeria has promised to end gas flaring by 2030 under its national climate plan but communities are sceptical, given previous unmet deadlines
Erosion crisis swallows homes and livelihoods in Nigeria
Climate change is aggravating an erosion crisis in Nigeria that is wrecking buildings, roads and farmland. Damage may cost up to $100 million a year
Boko Haram terrorists thriving on climate crisis: report
As chronic water shortages create instability and violence around Lake Chad, researchers warn climate change feeds terror
Africa’s “buyer’s remorse” over Paris climate deal
Some African governments are regretting the ambition of emissions targets submitted towards the Paris Agreement, say advisers
Crude politics: Reforming Nigeria’s oil sector
A new round of reforms will address fraud, corruption and cronyism in the oil import sector, but they require careful handling by central government
Nigeria to ratify Paris Agreement in September
Move by sub-Saharan Africa’s largest economy increases chance the UN climate pact could enter into force this year
Unions threaten riots, strikes as Nigeria ditches oil subsidy
Government says subsidy cut is vital to rebalance budget, but opposition brand decision “evil” and a “rigmarole”
Nigeria budget signals shift away from oil dependence
NEWS: African oil exporter must rebalance its economy, president Muhammadu Buhari argues in 2016 budget speech
What has happened to Nigeria’s climate pledge?
ANALYSIS: President Buhari has yet to sign off submission of Africa’s most populous country to a UN Paris deal, to the frustration of civil society
Nigeria will be ‘forceful’ climate advocate, says Buhari
NEWS: Incoming leader promises more constructive approach to “matters of collective concern” ahead of Paris climate pact
Global warming raises tensions in Boko Haram region
NEWS: Climate change makes Lake Chad fertile territory for extremism, experts say after Boko Haram massacre of up to 2,000 people
Climate change could create more Boko Haram extremists – study
NEWS: Drought, famine and crop failures could destabilise 32 countries in Africa and Asia, warn risk analysts
Nigeria energy minister backs solar for rural communities
NEWS: Ositadinma Nebo says country will invest in coal and gas power for national grid to combat urban blackouts
Fossil fuel subsidies: the addiction Egypt just can’t kick
Fossil fuel subsidy cuts have been targeted by the World Bank, G20 and climate campaigners. While Iran is setting an example, Egypt struggles to cut the cord
Africa renewable energy potential ‘can drive growth’
World Future Council report suggests supporting clean energy efforts in Africa would give continent huge economic boost
UN launches Africa plan to swap kerosene for solar
Nigeria could save US$1.4 billion a year and avoid using 17.3 million barrels of crude oil if it used modern off-grid lighting solutions
Climate Live: US storms could threaten region’s ozone layer & EU Energy Commissioner praises unconventional fossil fuels
Today’s top headlines: US storms could threaten region’s ozone layer, EU Energy Commissioner praises unconventional fossil fuels and UNEP chief praises London Olympics.
How Nigeria’s vortex of violence is being driven by climate change and desertification
Jack Hamilton explores how increasing levels of violence in Nigeria and West Africa can be explained by the effects of desertification and climate change