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Indoor air pollution and the risks to human health
While outdoor air pollution is pervasive, poor air quality also poses severe health risks inside people’s homes. Indoor air pollution results from the burning of solid fuels like coal, wood, dung, or crop waste for cooking, lighting, and heating (Ritchie and Roser 2022). The combustion of such substances releases various pollutants that are harmful to…
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What are subsidies and why they matter
There is no universally accepted definition of a subsidy. Organizations such as the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) or the World Trade Organization (WTO) use definitions that align with their specific policy objectives. For instance, the WTO’s definition is narrow and contains three basic elements: “(i) a finanacial contribution (ii) by a government…
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Mombasa, Kenya
Mombasa is a coastal city in southeastern Kenya along the Indian Ocean. It was the first capital of British East Africa, before Nairobi was elevated to capital city status in 1907. It now serves as the capital of Mombasa County. Total area – 229.9km2 Water mass – 65km2 Gazetted forests (mangrove) – 3000 hectares…
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Kenya visa application, payment, and collection
How do I apply for a visa? Visa application is done online via the Evisa website www.evisa.go.ke. Create an account, fill in the visa application form, pay the specified visa fee using Visa/Mastercard or KCB cash or Equity cash. How do I apply for a minor? Visa application is done online via the Evisa website www.evisa.go.ke. NOTE: For…
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How Nigeria got its name
Who Named Nigeria & In What Year? The name “Nigeria” was given to the country by a British journalist and Times editor named Mrs. Flora Shaw on January 8, 1897. Mrs. Flora Shaw later got married to the then administrative head and the first Governor-general of the country (1914–1919), Lord Fredrick Lugard. Frederick John Dealtry Lugard was a…
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How Flora Shaw gave Nigeria its name
The name “Nigeria” was given to the country by a British journalist and Times editor named Mrs. Flora Shaw on January 8, 1897. Mrs. Flora Shaw later got married to the then administrative head and the first Governor-general of the country (1914–1919), Lord Fredrick Lugard. Frederick John Dealtry Lugard was a British soldier, mercenary, explorer of Africa, and…
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List of International Airports In Nigeria
Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos Murtala Mohammed International Airport is an international airport which is located in the capital city of Ikeja, Lagos State, Nigeria. It is Nigeria’s biggest and busiest airport as of the time of compiling this article. This airport was originally known as Lagos International Airport but was later renamed after late…
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List of LGAs (Local Government Areas) In Nigeria
Below is a complete list of all the 774 Local Government Areas (LGAs) In Nigeria by state. Abia Local Government Areas In Abia State (17) Aba North, Aba South, Arochukwu, Bende, Ikwuano, Isiala-Ngwa North, Isiala-Ngwa South, Isuikwato, Obinwa, Ohafia, Osisiom Ngwa, Ugwunagbo, Ukwa East, Ukwa West, Umuahia North, Umuahia South, Umu-Neochi. Adamawa Local Government Areas…
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VALUES OF NIGERIA POLICE
Working together with people irrespective of religious, political, social or economic affiliations to: 1. Deliver quality police service that is accessible to the generality of the people. 2. Build a lasting trust in the police by members of the public. 3. Protect and uphold the rights of persons, to be impartial and respectful in the…
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CODE OF CONDUCTS AND PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS FOR NIGERIA POLICE OFFICERS
To achieve the Mission and Visions as well as imbibe the values illustrated above, it is expedient to formulate a Code of Conduct for all Police officers employed into the Service of the Nigeria Police Force. The code will be regarded as an accountability code that will apply to all officers (irrespective of rank) and…