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As stakeholders across the globe continue to pursue environmental sustainability agenda, they ought to remain committed to matching words with actions in order to practically address the rising depletion of the planet. Husein Harun, an Environmental Sustainability expert, has become a leading advocate of aligning policy promises and proclamations with concrete measurable actions that can save the earth’s fragile ecosystems. In his words, ‘Beyond discussions, debates, proclamations and rhetorical commitment are burning well-reasoned actions for deserving solutions to the endemic issues of the environment.’ Harun’s message has resonated across the globe, especially among environmentalists, policymakers, intellectuals and researchers who recognize the widening gap between declarations and practices.

Husein has experience helping companies be in compliance with state and EPA regulations in United States. Modeling plays a vital role for high-emission entities during the air permit application and renewal process. He has expertise in setting up models to predict air pollutant concentration levels based on state and EPA regulations. His research work and public presentations often emphasize the dire need for stakeholders across the globe to match words with actions in the pursuit of environmental sustainability. He enjoins actors and leaders in public and private sectors of both developed and developing nations to be proactive, practical, and more accountable to one another.

From Words to Actions

Sustainability promises are words, while efforts and deeds toward fulfilling the promises constitute the actions emphasized by Husein Harun. It is quite regrettable that the lofty sustainability promises, conventions and policies are barely implemented in many nations. Recommendations made at international summits, conferences and the likes are either most often disregarded and not imbibed, or poorly executed. Consequently, climate change, pollution and deforestation remain alarmingly persistent. For Harun, this gap has to be bridged through meaningful community and stakeholder engagements, data-driven decision-making, significant technology integration, transparency, environmental ethics, and interdisciplinary collaboration among professionals in fields within environmental sustainability. He stresses the viability of leveraging cutting-edge technologies for actionable solutions to the problems confronting Nature viz: ‘Environmental dashboards for tracking progress are needed, as technology can aid true verification of what is being done beyond what is said.’

Environmental air pollution control increasingly relies on advanced software, modeling techniques, and machine learning to monitor, predict, and mitigate harmful emissions. Tools such as the U.S. EPA’s AERMOD (American Meteorological Society/Environmental Protection Agency Regulatory Model) simulate how pollutants disperse in the atmosphere based on meteorological and terrain data, providing essential insights for regulatory compliance and urban planning. Other EPA-supported systems like CMAQ (Community Multiscale Air Quality Model) and SCRAM (Support Center for Regulatory Atmospheric Modeling) help assess the impact of industrial emissions and develop data-driven policies. Emerging machine learning models enhance these efforts by analyzing large datasets from sensors, satellites, and monitoring networks to forecast air quality trends, identify pollution hotspots, and optimize emission control strategies in real time. To strengthen these approaches, stakeholders must collaborate by sharing data, investing in open-source modeling platforms, and supporting continuous monitoring and model validation. Such collective efforts ensure that computational tools translate into effective, equitable and science-based air quality management.

Be it as it may, it is quite interesting that some countries are already yielding to the advice. Several examples suffice here for the many others that abound. Kenyan local councils adopted community-based monitoring systems for reforestation projects. The use of real-time data mapping in Malaysia to track the efficacy of waste management aligns with Haruns model and advice. He typifies matching words with actions by working tediously in collaboration with several tertiary institutions and private sector organizations in US and Ghana to research into trends of environmental sustainability and practically demonstrates how to match words with actions in the pursuit of environmental sustainability.

Beyond Advocacy to Accountability

The expert, Husein Harun, often emphasizes practical approach to solving the challenges human beings pose to the environment. The approach is rooted in his dictum of ‘Awareness, Action and Accountability for transformative environmental sustainability’. The dictum has been applied in several environmental programs across Sub-Saharan Africa, Southeastern Asia, Eastern Europe, the Americas and some other parts of the world. His model challenges stakeholders to create awareness, match words with actions, and uphold accountability in the pursuit of environmental sustainability.

It begins with community-driven environmental action; public education on ecological responsibility; leveraging technologies for optimization and automation; and practicing transparent reporting systems that ensure all efforts are measurable and impactful. In a recent interview with our correspondent, Harun warns against ‘token gestures toward saving the planet from harms’. He states, ‘Every ton of carbon offset, every planted tree, and every avoided plastic bag must all be parts of the traceable and comprehensive wholesome systems for attaining environmental sustainability.’

Stakeholders in Green Environment Movement

Environmental sustainability is the responsibility of all and sundry. Harun says that as scientists and activists continually take up the thankless task of preserving the environment for the wellbeing of humans and the non-humans, other stakeholders must realize that environmental sustainability is a collective responsibility of all and sundry, especially intelligentsia, researchers, scholars, educators, policymakers, politicians, national and international regulatory bodies, and the international community.

In other words, multiple alliances are needed among governments, private sector organizations, intellectuals, and the general public. He urges governments to take the lead in the pursuit of environmental sustainability goals by prioritizing renewable energy, invest in green environment agenda and green infrastructure, and the enforcement of environmental laws that uphold the objectives of environmental sustainability. Organizations should integrate sustainability tenets and practices into their production chains for public relations and long-term strategies for resilience. Communities have to embrace eco-friendly human versus non-human relations in which ethical considerations are extended to the non-humans of the ecosystem. Waste recycling and responsible consumption are some of the viable ways through which communities can play the role of matching words with actions in the pursuit of environmental sustainability.

A Call to Collective Matching of Words with Actions

Environmental issues raise global concerns. Indeed, addressing global temperature rise and biodiversity declines requires matching words with actions by imbibing the comprehensive, integrative, pragmatic, phenomenological and technology-driven pathways to attaining environmental sustainability, as advocated by Husein Harun. Government and regulatory bodies must establish and enforce strict air quality standards while utilizing advanced modeling tools such as AERMOD and CMAQ to evaluate pollutant dispersion and predict future air quality conditions. They should also promote open-access data platforms that allow scientists and policymakers to collaborate effectively using consistent, high-quality datasets.

Industries and businesses are responsible for adopting cleaner production technologies, integrating emissions modeling into their operations, and sharing emissions data transparently with authorities to enable more accurate regional air quality assessments. Researchers and academic institutions play a key role in improving model accuracy, developing machine learning algorithms for predictive analytics, and integrating new data sources such as satellite observations and IoT sensor networks. Technology companies can contribute by designing user-friendly platforms that combine real-time monitoring with AI-based analysis for decision-making support. Finally, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and community groups should help bridge the gap between scientific findings and public awareness by promoting education, advocacy, and community-based monitoring programs. Collectively, these stakeholder actions ensure that advanced software tools and data-driven insights are effectively translated into practical solutions for cleaner, healthier air. On the whole, Stakeholders should always remind themselves, organizations and communities of Harun’s slogan: ‘Save the environment to save humans and the non-humans, for the planet only responds to what we do, not what we say’ so as to act well and fast across the globe.

Bitget, world’s Universal Exchange (UEX), has introduced GetAgent, a next-generation AI-powered trading assistant to make every trade smarter. GetAgent doesn’t just analyse charts, it thinks, learns, and acts. It brings together futures trading, wealth management products, and adaptive trading bots into a single chat interface.

For the first time, Nigerian traders can talk to an AI that executes strategies, manages risk, and optimises portfolios in real time. According to crypto new, GetAgent is one of the best AI-powered tool offered among exchanges. No coding, no dashboards, no confusion, just one conversation that leads to faster, sharper decisions.

Chief Executive Officer, Gracy Chen, said: ‘This is a Game-Changer for Nigeria, GetAgent uses real-time data to identify setups, calculate entries, and manage open positions, the kind of precision once reserved for institutional desks. The AI monitors markets everyday and adjusts strategies automatically, helping traders protect profits and limit losses.

‘From futures to savings and trading bots, all tools live in one intuitive interface. The more you trade, the better GetAgent understands your behaviour and style, creating a personalised edge unique to each user. Nigerian traders are among the fastest learners in global finance. Now, with GetAgent, they can blend their instinct with AI precision, reading volatility like pros, executing strategies instantly, and managing positions without missing a beat.

‘Bitget’s Universal Exchange vision merges crypto, tokenized assets, and AI automation under one platform. For Nigeria, a country leading Africa in crypto adoption – this upgrade represents the next evolution: a trading experience where human intuition meets machine intelligence.

‘GetAgent is probably the best AI in crypto. It is not about chasing hype, it’s about rethinking how traders interact with markets, Futures, savings, and trading bots used to sit in different silos, reserved for those who could make sense out of complex information. Now, they are unified in one AI-driven experience, available to everyone. The traders who thrive tomorrow will be the ones that can make sense of complexity quickly and GetAgent is built to give them that edge.

‘Your Edge Starts Here

Whether you’re scalping Bitcoin, managing long-term positions, or exploring passive income through Bitget Earn, GetAgent helps you trade with the discipline and insight of a professional analyst, right inside the app. With AI handling heavy lifting, every trader can now focus on what matters most: timing, opportunity, and precision. You can try out GetAgent by creating your bitget account’ she said

The Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of GTI Asset Management and Trust Limited, Alhaji Abubakar Lawal, has called on Nigerians to take full responsibility for rebuilding the nation across all sectors, including sports, education and the economy.

Speaking during an interactive session on the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) development in Lagos, Lawal emphasized that national progress will only be achieved when Nigerians commit to improving their country rather than depending on external help.

According to him, the transformational Nigerian Football Fund (TNFF) an initiative managed by GTI is not only aimed at reviving Nigerian football but also at building national pride and economic sustainability through sports investment.

‘ If we do not stand up for Nigeria, who will? Nobody will help us build this country. It is our collective responsibility as Nigerians, regardless of age, tribe or status,’ Lawal stated matter-of-factly.

He lamented the poor state of infrastructure and investment across major sectors, describing it as a reflection of national complacency. He urged Nigerians, particularly those in the media, to use their platforms to re-educate, reorient, and inspire citizens toward nation building.

He continued: ‘You are the voices of the voiceless,’ he said. ‘ If we all make minimal efforts individually, sub nationally, or nationally we can rebuild this country. But when people steal from Nigeria and invest abroad, it’s a shame. No foreigner is coming to build our future for us.’

Lawal also challenged the elite class, questioning the long term legacy of wealth without social impact.

‘There are people far richer than us, but without impact. In two generations, who will remember them? We must think about what our lives will count for,’ he said.

The investment expert further highlighted the economic potential of football, describing it as a National asset with the capacity to generate multi billion naira value if properly harnessed/Utilized.

‘When we started, the asset value was near zero,’ he said. ‘Today, with the TNFF, we have seen remarkable growth.

‘ Some value it at one or two million dollars already. This shows that with consistent effort, the football economy can thrive.’

Lawal appealed to both individuals and corporations to invest in the TNFF, stressing that no investment means no expectation. He noted that GTI has shouldered much of the financial burden so far, but sustained progress requires wider participation from the private sector.

He also drew attention to challenges facing education and health sectors, noting that Nigeria’s development issues extend beyond sports.

‘It’s not just football. Lecturers are going on strike because they’re being owed billions. Health workers are leaving the country. What’s happening to us as a people?’ he asked.

Calling for a change of mind-set, Lawal reiterated that patriotism should drive national progress.

‘We all love Nigeria in different ways, but love without action means nothing. Let’s believe in this country and run the race together. I am over sixty, but I’m not tired. I’ll keep doing my bit what about you?’

Lawal concluded by reaffirming GTI’s commitment to the NPFL and the TNFF, describing the football sector as a symbol of hope for Nigeria’s rebirth.

‘If we at GTI don’t stand up for Nigerian football, who will? We are Nigerians, and no one from outside will do it for us. Let’s take the tasks upon us and baton with togetherness, we are going to win,’ he stated confidently.

No fewer than 650 members of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), on Thursday defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Gobirawa Ward, Dala Local Government Area, and parts of Fagge and Ungoggo Local Government Areas of Kano State.

The News Agency of Nigeria ( NAN) reports that the defectors, who came in clusters under various leadership groups, were received by the Managing Director of the Hadejia-Jama’are River Basin Development Authority, Rabiu Bichi.

Bichi welcomed the new members, citing President Bola Tinubu’s leadership and the APC’s commitment to fairness, inclusiveness, and democratic dividends.

He highlighted the successes of the Renewed Hope Agenda, including the students’ loan scheme, agricultural initiatives, and youths and women empowerment programmes.

The managing director stated that his authority was collaborating with the Bank of Agriculture to provide soft loans to farmers for maximum food security.

Bichi assured the defectors of equal rights and privileges as existing APC members, emphasising the party’s commitment to fairness and national development.

Speaking on behalf of the defectors, Alhaji Ahmad Gobirawa said their decision to join the APC was inspired by the visible achievements recorded by President Tinubu in less than two years in office.

They expressed optimism that their defection would further strengthen the party’s support base in Kano and beyond.

The event, which attracted party stalwarts, community leaders, and youth groups, was described as a major political gain for the APC in Kano, especially in light of its renewed grassroots mobilization efforts across the state.

The defection was seen as a significant win for the APC, highlighting its successful grassroots mobilization efforts across the state.

Numbeo, a global cost-of-living database, has released a list of countries with the lowest average monthly salaries after tax.

The report ranked Cuba, Syria, and Nigeria as the bottom three.

According to the data, Cuban workers earn an average of $35.63 per month followed by Syria with $46.85, while Nigeria ranks third at $123.24.

Numbeo’s data highlights the stark income disparities between nations and reflects the ongoing economic struggles in several developing countries, particularly across Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

Here is the full list of the top 25 countries with the lowest monthly salaries after tax

1. Cuba – $35.63

2. Syria – $46.85

3. Nigeria – $123.24

4. Egypt – $147.06

5. Cameroon – $165.73

6. Ivory Coast – $178.23

7. Pakistan – $186.28

8. Uganda – $190.52

9. Ghana – $200.60

10. Ethiopia – $201.43

11. Sri Lanka – $210.74

12. Venezuela – $211.60

13. Nepal – $214.68

14. Tajikistan – $238.78

15. Bangladesh – $249.10

16. Iran – $255.84

17. Rwanda – $259.76

18. Nicaragua – $285.37

19. Indonesia – $288.27

20. Tanzania – $307.26

21. Libya – $314.76

22. Algeria – $317.93

23. Tunisia – $332.55

24. Zimbabwe – $348.13

25. Kenya – $356.06

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the adoption of a National Carbon Market Framework as well as the operationalisation of the Climate Change Fund in a move designed to unlock up to $3 billion annually in carbon finance as Nigeria prepares for the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Brazil.

The approval, granted at the second meeting of the National Council on Climate Change (NCCC) held Thursday evening at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, signalled a major step in the administration’s bid to position Nigeria as a key player in the global carbon economy.

Vice President Kashim Shettima, who chaired the meeting on behalf of the President, said the decision underscores Nigeria’s determination to fully leverage emerging opportunities in international carbon markets while driving climate-resilient investments across the economy.

In a statement on Friday by Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications Office of the Vice President Stanley Nkwocha, Tinubu said: ‘Addressing climate change is not just an environmental imperative but an opportunity to unlock new investments, jobs and innovations across the nation’s energy, agriculture and industrial sectors.

‘Nigeria stands ready to take its rightful place as a global leader in climate action, ensuring that our voice and our reality are heard and respected in international negotiations.’

With the approvals, Nigeria aims to tap between $2.5 billion and $3 billion annually in carbon credits over the next decade, funding mitigation and adaptation programmes and boosting green-economy initiatives nationwide.

Tinubu also outlined Nigeria’s agenda ahead of COP30 in Belém, Brazil, stressing that the country will prioritise international partnerships for financing climate-resilient infrastructure and adaptation programmes.

‘We will continue to champion policies that protect our people, strengthen our economy and position Nigeria as a destination for green investment and innovation,’ he said.

The President reaffirmed that climate action remains central to his development agenda, vowing sustained support for policies that cushion vulnerable communities and scale clean-energy adoption.

Director-General of the NCCC, Mrs. Omotenioye Majekodunmi, said the council’s timely deliberations would strengthen Nigeria’s standing ahead of COP30 and enhance its ability to mobilise international support.

She disclosed that Nigeria is now eligible to access new international climate finance windows, following ongoing reforms and international engagements.

Majekodunmi added that the operationalisation of the Climate Change Fund would ensure immediate readiness to attract, receive and deploy climate investment.

The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, endorsed the council’s proposals, stating that Nigeria must secure strategic competitiveness in the expanding global carbon market.

He pledged full support from the Finance Ministry, including a quarterly climate-finance tracking dashboard to ensure transparency and optimisation of green funding.

The NCCC Secretariat reaffirmed its commitment to delivering the technical leadership required to translate national climate ambitions into measurable actions, assuring stakeholders of continued coordination across ministries and tiers of government.

Kwara State Government says it has trained no fewer than 5,604 students of public secondary schools between 2024 and 2025 in digital technology.

The beneficiaries were drawn from 50 public secondary schools across the state.

The state said it engaged over 120 instructors, including National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members, digital volunteers and ICT teachers during the period.

Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq restated his administration’s commitment to empowering young techies and transforming the state into a hub of technological innovations.

The governor expressed satisfaction about the rising interest and success of young ‘Kwarans’ in the tech space – a trend again seen at the just concluded Kwara coding and digital literacy programme, tagged Kwara futures exhibition 2025.

The digital programme was organised by the Office of the Special Assistant to the Governor on Digital Innovation, Kayode Ishola.

The theme was: ‘Kwara Futures: Empowering a digitally ready generation.’

The governor said the government was determined to put Kwara on the global map by creating seamless pathways for collaboration from international tech accelerators to cross-border funding opportunities.

Community leader, Otunba Babatunde Alatise, has declared his interest in the Awujale of Ijebuland stool, promising to empower the youth and strengthen community development if chosen as king.

Speaking during a visit to the Bubiade royal family house, Alatise said his desire to lead is inspired by service, inclusion, and need to give Ijebuland’s young people a stronger voice.

‘My interest is not only for peace and progress,’ he said. ‘I will bring business opportunities to the people of Ijebu land.’

A Fellow of Chartered Institute of Administrators and member of Nigerian Society of Engineers, Alatise has built a career in mining, property and agriculture. He leads Tuntise Investments, Yemlat Farms, Tuntise Properties, and others.

He said he would promote skill training, youth mentorship, and enterprise support for small businesses. He promised to ensure that companies in Ijebuland sign community agreements to support education, infrastructure and social projects.

‘If I am selected as Awujale, I will make mining companies sign the agreement to further develop Ijebu land,’ he said.

Speaking to reporters on Alatise’s declaration, Chief Rasheed Adenuga, a community elder, praised his commitment to youth empowerment and community progress. ‘With his background and his heart for the people, Otunba Alatise has what it takes to inspire youths, attract development and unite Ijebuland under purposeful leadership,’ he said.

Abdul Barry Bojela, Oloriebi of Bojela family, also expressed confidence in the choice. ‘From our deliberations, I’m pleased with the person we’re presenting,’ he said.

Supporters describe Alatise as a new-generation leader with strong traditional roots and modern vision. His consultations continue with royal families, elders, and youth groups.

The General Overseer of The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, will be leading a global prayer session dedicated to singles, mature singles, waiting mothers, expectant mothers and their families during the church’s November 2025 Thanksgiving Service.

The service, which holds on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at 8:00 a.m., will take place at The Throne of Grace, RCCG National Headquarters, Ebute-Metta, Lagos. It is expected to draw millions of participants both physically and virtually from across the world.

According to a statement by Pastor Oladele Balogun, Special Assistant to the General Overseer (Administration), the special prayer session is a divinely inspired move aimed at bringing hope, restoration, and breakthroughs to individuals and families trusting God for marital settlement, conception, and new beginnings.

He noted that recent population surveys indicate that in Nigeria alone, singles and mature singles between the ages of 20 and 45 represent over 40% of the adult population, highlighting a vibrant but growing segment seeking divine intervention for marital settlement.

‘Globally, millions of waiting and expectant mothers-many within the RCCG’s vast network spanning over 190 nations-continue to trust God for the fruit of the womb, making this service a deeply spiritual and emotional moment for families united in faith and expectation,’ he said.

He noted that those residing within Lagos and its environs are encouraged to attend the service physically.

To facilitate easy movement, RCCG-branded buses will be stationed at major bus stops from 6:30 a.m., while modest gifts will be presented to visitors as tokens of love.

He added that for participants unable to attend physically, the service will be streamed live across all RCCG social media platforms, allowing believers worldwide to connect virtually and partake in the same divine atmosphere. Official streaming links will be published across the church’s verified media channels before the event.

He stated further that this special Thanksgiving Service promises to be a morning of divine encounters, restoration, and testimonies. Pastor Adeboye will minister under a special unction, praying for breakthrough in marriage, fruitfulness, and other long-awaited answers to prayer.

Member representing the Ile Oluji/Okeigbo/Odigbo Federal Constituency of Ondo State in the House of Representatives, Hon. Festus Ayodele Adefiranye, has said the National Assembly is solely concerned about accountability in exercising its oversight function, and not to accuse, intimidate or witch-hunt anyone or institution invited for scrutiny.

Adefiranye gave the clarification on Thursday at the National Assembly complex while taking questions from journalists on ‘Award of Most Outstanding Honourable in Constituency project delivery of the Year’ bestowed on him by the 10th National Assembly Merit Award.

The award was in recognition of his efforts in executing infrastructural and social projects in his constituency beyond those of other members of the House of Representatives.

Of the 360 members of the House, four were honoured with similar award, including Adefiranye and a member each from Ebonyi, Katsina and Delta states.

Answering to questions on activities of the National Assembly, the federal lawmaker said oversight function is carried out by senators and House members to monitor and ascertain that monies appropriated are judiciously and truly expended for the purposes they’re meant.

‘I think it’s a wrong mindset to believe that anytime committees of the National Assembly invite respondents to give explanation on their activities, they’re doing so to bring accusation against them or intimidate them.

‘The principal responsibility of members of National Assembly Assembly is lawmaking, which includes oversight on all matters for which laws are made. It’s therefore only logical that lawmakers check on such subjects to ensure that what’s brought before the Assembly for attention is really executed as treated by it,’ Adefiranye explained.

He also gave the current relationship between the executive and the legislature pass mark, praising both the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President of the Senate for how they’ve been managing affairs of the legislative bodies to sustain peace and cooperation among members.

He argued that fight with the executive is never a proof of bravery but a play to the gallery with the consequences of slowdown on development and delay of government process.

According to him, if all the arms of government (the executive, legislature and judiciary) fight with themselves in competition for supremacy, how will the society progress and prosper.

Responding to comment that many Nigerians see the 10th National Assembly as rubber stamp to the executive, Adefiranye said people hold such opinion because they don’t understand how government works.

Instead, he commended the leadership of the Assembly for how it’s been tactically and skillfully navigating the pressure coming from the public to foster beneficial relationship with the executive, even at the risk of loss of respect.

He urged members of the public to assess governance by objectively considering all factors involved rather than by emotion, stating that the public stands to benefit more from amiable but honest interdependence of the three arms of government.

The Ondo federal lawmaker also disclosed he had sponsored four bills, two of which were for establishment of a federal medical centre and an entrepreneurship university in communities of his constituency.

On why he prioritise the projects for which he won award, he said it’s because the projects themselves prioritize life.

He said the reconstruction being executed on Ore-Ondo-Akure road was as a result of his motion for it and that he’s happy that rate of accident and death has significantly reduced since the start of the project.

He promised to continue to leverage on his legislative mandate to collaborate with the federal government on further development of his constituency.

Aside Adefiranye, three other House of Representatives members from Ebonyi, Katsina and Delta states also received similar award in appreciation of their outstanding constituency projects execution.