Sustainability
Ogun governor presents N339 billion 2021 budget proposal
Gov. Dapo Abiodun of Ogun, on Wednesday, presented a budget proposal of N339 billion for the 2021 fiscal year to the state House of Assembly, with N177 billion earmarked for capital expenditure. Newsmen report that the budget, christened “Budget of Recovery and Sustainability,” also has N162 billion proposed for recurrent expenditure. The governor said that an estimated N119 billion was projected as internally-generated revenue for the state, with statutory allocation expected to be N59 billion. He stated that capital receipt, which included internal and external loans as well as grants and aids, stood at N142 billion. The governor stated that personnel cost remained the largest single item of expenditure, adding as at Oct. 31, it accounted for 35.5 percent of the total government spending...
Kano government to recruit 2,000 teachers to teach in girls’ schools
The Kano State Government on Monday said it had commenced plans to recruit and deploy 2,000 teachers to teach in all girls’ schools across the state. The post Kano government to recruit 2,000 teachers to teach in girls’ schools appeared first on TODAY. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with giving you back power. Get to meet Beautiful people, chat and make money in the process. Earn rewards by chatting, sharing photos, blogging and help give users back their fair share of Internet revenue.
Nigerian government committed to end open defecation – minister
The Minister of Environment, Dr. Mohammad Abubakar, has reiterated the commitment of the Federal Government to end open defecation in the country. The post Nigerian government committed to end open defecation – minister appeared first on TODAY. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with giving you back power. Get to meet Beautiful people, chat and make money in the process. Earn rewards by chatting, sharing photos, blogging and help give users back their fair share of Internet revenue.
Nico Rosberg: I take my hat off to Lewis Hamilton
Nico Rosberg hailed Lewis Hamilton’s record 92nd Formula One win and sporting longevity as a great achievement on Tuesday. Rosberg added that the way the Briton was using his platform to raise awareness for global issues was just as impressive. The 35-year-olds were teammates and fierce rivals at Mercedes from 2013 until the German won the 2016 title and immediately retired. Rosberg was also teammate to Michael Schumacher, whose record Hamilton broke in Portugal last Sunday, at Mercedes from 2010 to 2012 after the Ferrari great had made a comeback. “I have huge respect for what he’s managed to achieve,” Rosberg told Reuters after a launch for the Extreme E off-road electric series that starts next year with both men entering teams. “One thing is being at the level that he’s at, just a phen...
NERC: DISCOs collected N114 billion revenues in Q1 of 2020
The latest quarterly report issued by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission, NERC, showed that a total of N114 billion was collected as revenue by the 11 electricity Distribution Companies, DISCOs, in the first quarter of 2020. The report also indicated that while the collection efficiency decreased considerably, the regulatory agency listed Abuja, Benin and Eko DISCOs as the companies with the most efficient collection systems. Meanwhile, the report which covered the first quarter of 2020 also showed that the country generated more electricity compared to the last quarter of 2019 with total electricity generated put at 8,613,998MWh, 6.33 per cent more than the energy generated during the preceding quarter. The regulatory agency noted that the collection efficiency implied that fo...
6 Brands We Love That Make Their Products Right Here in the UK
How much thought do we really give to where our clothes are made? In my case, historically, it has not been enough. While in recent years, there has been a push to support local, knowing where your clothes are made is about so much more than just simple geography. From reducing carbon emissions to ensuring quality working conditions and fair wages, supporting brands that manufacture their product locally here in the UK has several positive flow-on effects. And whether it be a small studio in East London or a home base in another part of the county, there are several innovative, independent brands who have recognised the importance of this home-grown supply chain structure. Made-to-order label Molby handcrafts all of its unique garments in Wirrall, while lingerie label ...
Sustainable Gift Ideas: Timeless Fashion Gifts For an Unforgettable Festive Season
With the festive season close by, a thoughtful fashion gift can be a great way to spread some cheer. This time around, we’re choosing modern, creative, and sustainable presents that send a caring message to our loved ones. And for making your gift-hunting easier, we found 23 of the most coveted fashion items for that stylish person in your life. Our eco-fashion gift guide includes beautiful knitwear, cosy loungewear sets, timeless jewellery, statement accessories, and seasonless footwear that will stand the test of time. We’ve kept in mind that sustainable gifts can sometimes be a bit spenny and you might not always want to splurge on Christmas presents, so while we’ve included luxe choices like Brother Vellies pyramid-heel boots and a Marine Serre crescent-moon jumper, t...
Sustainable Gift Ideas: 23 Creative and Timeless Fashion Gifts For an Unforgettable Festive Season
With the festive season close by, a thoughtful fashion gift can be a great way to spread some cheer. This time around, we’re choosing modern, creative, and sustainable presents that send a caring message to our loved ones. And for making your gift-hunting easier, we found 23 of the most coveted fashion items for that stylish person in your life. Our eco-fashion gift guide includes beautiful knitwear, cosy loungewear sets, timeless jewellery, statement accessories, and seasonless footwear that will stand the test of time. We’ve kept in mind that sustainable gifts can sometimes be a bit spenny and you might not always want to splurge on Christmas presents, so while we’ve included luxe choices like Brother Vellies pyramid-heel boots and a Marine Serre crescent-moon jumper, t...
The Future of Vegan Leather Is Plant-Based, and It’s Made from Cactus, Pineapples, and Mushrooms
Image Courtesy: Desserto If you like the look of leather but also want a more sustainable and ethical fashion industry, you haven’t really had many options. While real leather obviously doesn’t fit with an ethical lifestyle, many vegetarian and vegan leather alternatives are made from plastic, adding to the already vast amount of waste filling our oceans. But while innovation has been slow, there are more sustainable options being developed around the world and becoming available to consumers. The one thing these new leather alternatives have in common? They’re all being created from plants. Pleather is a portmanteau for “plastic leather”, whereas vegan or vegetarian leather suggests that the fabric is more sustainably and ethically made — but that’s not...
Ondo election: IGP promises hitch-free guber poll
The Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, has assured Nigerians especially the people of Ondo State, of the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to build upon the gains recorded during the Edo governorship election. He said the force was preparing hard for the October 10 election in the state. The force spokesman, DCP Frank Mba, said this in a statement titled, ‘Ahead of Ondo Gov election: IGP meets with the Nigeria Civil Society Room,’ in Abuja, on Monday. He quoted the IG as giving this assurance when the Convener and Co-convener, Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room, Clement Nwankwo and Esther Uzoma, led other representatives of civil society organisations on a courtesy call to the IGP at the Force Headquarters, Abuja. The delegation was at the Force Headquarters to congratulat...
Sustainable Gift Ideas: 21 Creative and Timeless Fashion Gifts For an Unforgettable Festive Season
With the festive season close by, a thoughtful fashion gift can be a great way to spread some cheer. This time around, we’re choosing modern, creative, and sustainable presents that send a caring message to our loved ones. And for making your gift-hunting easier, we found 23 of the most coveted fashion items for that stylish person in your life. Our eco-fashion gift guide includes beautiful knitwear, cosy loungewear sets, timeless jewellery, statement accessories, and seasonless footwear that will stand the test of time. We’ve kept in mind that sustainable gifts can sometimes be a bit spenny and you might not always want to splurge on Christmas presents, so while we’ve included luxe choices like Brother Vellies pyramid-heel boots and a Marine Serre crescent-moon jumper, t...
Sustainable Gift Ideas: The Best Eco-Friendly Fashion Gifts For the 2020 Festive Season
With the festive season close by, a thoughtful fashion gift can be a great way to spread some cheer. This time around, we’re choosing modern, creative, and sustainable presents that send a caring message to our loved ones. And for making your gift hunting easier, we found 23 of the most coveted fashion items for that stylish person in your life. Our eco fashion gift guide includes beautiful knitwear, cosy loungewear sets, timeless jewellery, statement accessories, and seasonless footwear that will stand the test of time. We’ve kept in mind that sustainable gifts can sometimes be a bit spenny and you might not always want to splurge on Christmas presents, so while we’ve included luxe choices like Brother Vellies pyramid heel boots and a Marine Serre crescent moon jumper, t...
