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Nonprofit independent newsroom for responses to Technology, Environment/Climate and Health (TECH) social challenges across Nigeria - and Africa
Looking at the society as reflected in news, art, literature, movies and daily living.
How 14 streets, over 5,000 households are taking turns with a 28-year-old 500kva transformer in Lagos
05/08/2026
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Solutions to oil spill in Uzere
A wellhead blowout occurred in Uzere community, Isoko South Local Government Area, Delta State on Saturday, June 27, 2026. Environmental rights groups recommend:
1. Declaration of a State of Emergency in the affected areas to facilitate rapid response and resource mobilization.
2. Establishment of an Emergency Relief Fund to provide immediate support to displaced families and affected individuals.
3. Independent Forensic Investigation into the equipment failure, with findings made public.
4. Community Health Assessment to monitor and address potential health impacts on residents.
5. Regular Public Updates on the progress of remediation efforts.
6. Strengthening of Environmental Regulations to prevent future occurrences.
7. Capacity Building for community members on environmental monitoring and advocacy.
8. Legal Support for affected community members seeking justice and compensation.
9. Development of a Comprehensive Disaster Management Plan for oil-producing communities.
10. Establishment of a Multi-Stakeholder Oversight Committee to ensure accountability throughout the restoration process.
07/06/2026
Podcast: You owe life an expression of gratitude
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5GUEP5pNgIoIX8nacx5T84?si=8BVW8jVaSOWX3O86SbrC_A
Waking Up with Providence 1 Everyday TECH Solutions · Episode
25/05/2026
"A market woman noticed she was soaked with blood, cleaned her up, and gave her wrapper to replace the blood-stained skirt"
"I ended my marriage of many years because my wife had an offensive and unbearable stench during her menstrual flow. I wish I had this knowlegde then"
"They believe in the potency of charms for protection and victories, and the avoidance of menstrual blood was not negotiable for them, lest their charms fail."
By Jonathan Iwunze
Mohammed just switched from generator power to solar energy for irrigation after 15 years of rice farming
18/05/2026
Daily fees collection keeps Lagos children in school at Okun-Alfa community sacked by ocean, demolitions.
Proprietress of Bosam Private School, Mrs Bosede Omojufehinse, prioritises presence in class over fees payment.
Story/ Photos: By Elizabeth Osayande & Esther Oyegbula.
https://solutionsprojects.org/environment-climate/daily-fees-collection-keeps-lagos-children-in-school-at-okun-alfa-community-sacked-by-ocean-demolitions/
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18/05/2026
How Adamawa solar irrigation experiment is raising a rice farmer’s hopes
He bends over a solar panel here, tightens the rope around the frame of another there, checks the wiring, then lifts a hose – and wait.
https://solutionsprojects.org/technology/how-adamawa-solar-irrigation-experiment-is-raising-a-rice-farmers-hopes/
16/05/2026
Understanding African health and medical revolution
https://solutionsprojects.org/health/understanding-african-health-and-medical-revolution/