In this post, we digest some top stories that make up the front pages of major Nigerian newspapers on Thursday 24 October, 2024, and provide key advocacy asks.
Climate Change: Lagos is sinking, deputy governor, Hamzat raises alarm – Vanguard
THE Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, yesterday, raised the alarm that just like New York City in the United States of America, USA, Lagos State is gradually sinking due to climate change.
We call on the Lagos State government to urgently prioritise climate resilience by implementing robust policies that address coastal erosion, rising sea levels, and flooding in Lagos.
Immediate investments in sustainable infrastructure, early warning systems, and community-based climate adaptation initiatives are crucial to mitigate the impacts of climate change and protect the lives and livelihoods of Lagosians.
Diphteria killed 1,191 persons in 17 months, says NCDC – The Guardian
Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Protection (NCDC) said no fewer than 1,191 persons have been killed by diphtheria since May 2023 across Nigeria.
We urge the NCDC to intensify its efforts to combat the ongoing diphtheria outbreak by increasing public awareness, strengthening vaccination campaigns, and improving access to life-saving treatments, particularly in high-risk areas.
Mo Ibrahim Report Ranks Nigeria Among 11 Worst-ruled African Nations in 10 Years – ThisDayLive
The Mo Ibrahim Foundation yesterday ranked Nigeria among one of the eleven countries in Africa with the highest level of deterioration in governance in the last 10 years.
In a new report: “2024 Ibrahim Index of African Governance (IIAG)” published by the foundation, it saw Nigeria slump three places from 30th on the continent to 33rd, making it one of the worst-ruled states since 2014.
The Bola Tinubu administration must prioritise comprehensive reforms to restore trust in governance, improve transparency, and strengthen institutions that uphold the rule of law and accountability.
Now is the time for the government to implement policies that address corruption, social inequality, and economic instability to reverse this downward trajectory and foster a future where good governance uplifts every Nigerian.
