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This week’s round-up spans 76 planned solar mini-grids for rural Nigeria, a $1.5 billion World Bank ask, NLNG’s LPG expansion, and Dangote’s 1,000MW plan for its Kenya refinery. Elsewhere, our Personality of the Week profile makes the case for climate finance that delivers outcomes, we rank the CSR disclosure quality of Nigerian banks, THE VERDICT returns, and new opportunities open for climate innovators, agrifoodtech startups and young Lagosians. Here’s everything CSR Reporters covered this week.
Featured & Analysis
CSR Personality of the Week: Tariye Gbadegesin and the Case for Climate Finance That Delivers Outcomes
Our profile of the week looks at Tariye Gbadegesin’s argument that climate finance should be judged by the results it produces, not the amounts pledged.
Nigeria’s Sustainability Problem Is Implementation, Not Legislation – Dr. Eustace Onuegbu
Dr. Eustace Onuegbu argues that Nigeria already has sustainability laws and that the gap lies in enforcing and delivering on them.
At 66, Nigeria Needs Receipts From Corporate CSR
An Independence-season editorial calls for companies to back up their CSR claims with evidence of delivery and measurable results.
RANKED: Top 8 Verified CSR Disclosure Quality Among Nigerian Banks
Our latest ranking looks at how Nigerian banks compare on the quality of their verified CSR disclosures.
The Sustainability Assurance Gap: How Many “Verified” Sustainability Reports Are Actually Assured?
A closer look at the difference between reports labelled “verified” and those that have been independently assured.
Oil, Gas, and the Cost of Community Silence in Nigeria
An editorial on what happens when host communities go unheard, and what that silence costs communities and companies in the oil and gas sector.
Why Should Nigerians Care About Carbon Credits?
An explainer on what carbon credits are and why they matter to ordinary Nigerians.
THE VERDICT: Who Kept Their Word, Who Did Not (Volume 17)
Our accountability series returns, weighing corporate promises against delivery.
Governance, Policy & Regulation
Nigeria Wants Another $1.5 Billion From the World Bank. What Is the Money Meant to Change?
A look at what Nigeria’s latest World Bank financing request is meant to deliver, and what it could change.
Nigerian Workers Threaten Strike Over Petrol Price and Wage Demands
Organised labour warns of industrial action as petrol prices and wage demands remain unresolved.
Beyond the Numbers: What Nigeria’s Metering Push Means for Consumers, Businesses and the Power Sector
Unpacks what the push to expand metering means for electricity users, businesses and the power sector.
How Nigeria’s New Digital Postcode Could Change Business, Service Delivery and Emergency Response
Explores how a new digital postcode system could improve addressing for businesses, public services and emergency responders.
Tanzania Eases Visa Process for Nigerians: What Could It Mean for Business and Cross-Border Engagement?
Tanzania’s easier visa process for Nigerian travellers could open the door to more trade and cross-border engagement.
Uber’s Nigeria Exit: A Goodwill Payment, But What Happens to Drivers Next?
As Uber leaves Nigeria with a goodwill payment, the piece asks what comes next for the drivers who relied on the platform.
Energy & Infrastructure
76 Solar Mini-Grids Planned for Rural Nigeria Under IFC Proposal
An IFC proposal outlines 76 solar mini-grids to bring power to rural Nigerian communities.
Nigeria’s $300M Renewable Fund Targets Underserved Communities
A $300 million renewable energy fund aims to reach communities that remain underserved by the grid.
NLNG’s 50% LPG Expansion Could Reshape Nigeria’s Cooking Energy Market by 2027
NLNG’s planned 50% expansion in LPG supply could shift Nigeria’s cooking energy market by 2027.
Dangote’s Kenya Refinery Will Generate 1,000MW. What Could That Mean for Kenya’s Energy Future?
A look at what 1,000MW of generation tied to Dangote’s Kenya refinery could mean for the country’s energy outlook.
Egypt, Libya Sign MoU to Advance Renewable Power
Egypt and Libya sign a memorandum of understanding to cooperate on renewable power.
Climate Volatility: Is Solar Energy Still a Good Choice for You?
Weighs how shifting weather patterns affect the case for solar for households and businesses.
CNG and Electric Buses Are Cutting Transport Costs on Some Nigerian Routes. Can the Savings Go Nationwide?
Cleaner-fuel buses are lowering fares on some routes, and the piece asks whether the model can scale nationwide.
Africa’s Road to Cleaner Trucks May Look Different
Argues that Africa’s path to cleaner freight transport may not follow the route taken elsewhere.
Agriculture, Food Security & Environment
Can Solar Irrigation Help Nigerian Farmers Cut Costs and Farm Beyond the Rainy Season?
Examines whether solar-powered irrigation can lower costs and extend farming into the dry season.
Lagos Wants Cleaner Communities, But Who Collects the Waste?
Looks at who is actually responsible for waste collection as Lagos pushes for cleaner communities.
How Nature Is Helping Africa Reuse Polluted Water
Nature-based solutions are helping communities across Africa treat and reuse polluted water.
Social Impact & Community Development
Free Dialysis Sessions to Be Offered in Lagos, Ibadan and Akure as Cost Remains a Barrier to Kidney Care
OSIRIS offered free, pre-booked dialysis sessions on September 29 to eligible patients struggling with treatment costs.
World Heart Day: Beyond Awareness, Can Nigerians Afford the Heart Care They Need?
Marks World Heart Day by asking whether cardiac care is affordable for Nigerians.
University, Teaching Hospital Join Forces for Healthcare CSR in Nigeria
A university and a teaching hospital team up on a healthcare-focused CSR partnership.
Love in Action 3.0 to Bring Free Healthcare, Skills and Relief
The third edition of Love in Action will offer free healthcare, skills training and relief support.
BATN Foundation Expands Empower Her Poultry Initiative to Anambra, Supporting 200 Women
The BATN Foundation extends its Empower Her poultry initiative to Anambra State, supporting 200 women.
Nigeria Customs Reveals ₦70bn CSR Investment Across Nigeria
The Nigeria Customs Service discloses a ₦70 billion CSR investment across the country.
Dangote Foundation Launches SHARE Grant to Give Nigerian Students Practical Exposure to Investing
A new Dangote Foundation grant aims to give students hands-on exposure to investing.
Business, Markets & Technology
Nigeria Wants Young People to Drive Prosperity. Where Does Business Fit?
Asks what role the private sector should play as the country pins its prosperity hopes on its youth.
Nigeria Is Giving Young People Digital Devices. Will That Create Real Opportunities?
Questions whether handing out digital devices will translate into real opportunities for young Nigerians.
Can Free Internet Close Nigeria’s Digital Learning Gap?
Considers whether free internet access can narrow the gap in digital learning.
Opportunities
Apply Now: Breakthrough Energy Fellows 2027, Climate Innovators Can Access Up to $500,000
Applications are open for the 2027 Breakthrough Energy Fellows programme, with up to $500,000 available to climate innovators.
Agrifoodtech Startups Can Apply for the 2026 FoodTech 500
Agrifoodtech startups can now apply for this year’s FoodTech 500 list.
Lagos Residents Can Apply for Fully Funded Digital Marketing and Design Training
Lagos residents can apply for fully funded training in digital marketing and design.
FG Backs Youth Employment With Free Culinary and Hospitality Training
The federal government is offering free culinary and hospitality training to support youth employment.
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