NGOs Tackle Pollution With Solar Power In N/Delta Community

A coalition of Nigerian and international NGOs has expressed concern over the environmental pollution caused by gas flaring, oil spills, and greenhouse gases in the Niger Delta.

Organizations including the Network Advancement Program for Poverty and Disaster Risks Reduction (NAPPDRR), Global GreenGrants Funds (GGF), and OilWatch Africa (OA) launched a solar-powered energy initiative in Edo community, Esit Eket LGA, Akwa Ibom State.

During a Clean Energy Awareness workshop, Hon. Emem Edoho, Executive Director of NAPPDRR, highlighted the health hazards of fossil fuel pollution and emphasized the importance of solar energy for sustainable development.

“Our focus on solar energy is timely and critical. Solar energy is clean, abundant and renewable…”

Hon. Nsikak Ekong, Commissioner for Environment, Petroleum and Mineral Resources, noted the initiative’s alignment with Akwa Ibom’s ARISE Agenda and the state’s commitment to clean energy policies.

Other contributors, including Mr. Samuel Atara and Dr. Fyneface Dumnamane, educated participants on solar system installation and the benefits of green energy.

Energy Transition: NGOs Combat Pollution with Solar Power in Niger Delta Oil Community

In a significant step toward environmental sustainability, a coalition of NGOs has launched a solar energy initiative in the Niger Delta, aiming to reduce pollution caused by oil exploration and gas flaring.

The initiative, spearheaded by the Network Advancement Program for Poverty and Disaster Risk Reduction (NAPPDRR) and supported by Global GreenGrants Fund and OilWatch Africa, focuses on providing clean energy alternatives to communities affected by decades of fossil fuel pollution.

At a Clean Energy Awareness workshop in Esit Eket, Akwa Ibom State, Hon. Emem Edoho emphasized the health and environmental risks of fossil fuels and the transformative potential of solar power.

“Solar energy is not just clean and renewable—it’s a lifeline for communities plagued by pollution.”

Government officials, including Hon. Nsikak Ekong, praised the initiative’s alignment with Akwa Ibom’s ARISE Agenda and its role in advancing energy transition goals.

Technical experts also trained community members on solar installation and maintenance, empowering them to adopt and sustain green energy solutions.

Pollution in Niger Delta Fuelling Food Crisis – CSOs

Environmental and civil society organizations have raised alarm over the worsening food crisis in the Niger Delta, attributing it to pollution from oil exploration and gas flaring.

At a Clean Energy Awareness workshop in Esit Eket, Akwa Ibom State, the Network Advancement Program for Poverty and Disaster Risk Reduction (NAPPDRR) emphasized the impact of environmental degradation on agriculture and food security.

Hon. Emem Edoho, Executive Director of NAPPDRR, called for urgent transition to clean energy sources like solar power to mitigate pollution and restore livelihoods.

“Pollution is not just an environmental issue—it’s a threat to food, health, and survival.”

Other stakeholders, including Global GreenGrants Fund and OilWatch Africa, urged stronger policies and community engagement to promote sustainable energy and protect the region’s ecosystem.

CSOs Attribute Food Scarcity in Niger Delta Communities to Oil, Gas Pollution

Several civil society organizations have linked the growing food scarcity in Niger Delta communities to environmental pollution caused by oil and gas activities.

At a Clean Energy Awareness workshop held in Esit Eket, Akwa Ibom State, the Network Advancement Program for Poverty and Disaster Risk Reduction (NAPPDRR) emphasized the urgent need for clean energy solutions to combat the effects of pollution on agriculture and food security.

Hon. Emem Edoho, Executive Director of NAPPDRR, highlighted the devastating impact of oil spills and gas flaring on soil fertility and crop yields, calling for a transition to solar energy and other sustainable alternatives.

“Communities are suffering not just from pollution, but from the loss of their ability to grow food.”

Other stakeholders, including Global GreenGrants Fund and OilWatch Africa, echoed the call for stronger environmental policies and community empowerment through renewable energy education.

Poverty Alleviation: CSO to Empower Akwa Ibom Oil Communities

The Network Advancement Program for Poverty and Disaster Risk Reduction (NAPPDRR) is launching a major initiative to empower oil-producing communities in Akwa Ibom State.

Executive Director Hon. Emem Edoho announced the Empower2Sustain program, part of the Green The Future Climate and Environmental Justice initiative, aimed at addressing poverty and pollution in host communities.

Backed by Global Greengrants Fund and recommended by Oilwatch Africa, the project will promote agroecology, food sovereignty, and climate resilience.

“We want to assist communities in shaping their own food and agricultural systems, emphasizing safe, nutritious, and culturally relevant food production.”

The initiative will support sustainable farming practices, improve nutrition outcomes, and strengthen local food systems for vulnerable groups in Akwa Ibom.

NAPPDRR emphasized its commitment to building a fair and sustainable food system that benefits both people and the planet.

Project for Decarbonization, Community Resilience Launched in Akwa Ibom Oil & Gas Host Communities

The Network Advancement Program for Poverty and Disaster Risk Reduction (NAPPDRR) has launched a new initiative aimed at promoting decarbonization and community resilience in oil and gas host communities in Akwa Ibom State.

The project, supported by Global Greengrants Fund and Oilwatch Africa, was unveiled during a Clean Energy Awareness workshop in Esit Eket, bringing together stakeholders from civil society, government, and local communities.

Executive Director Hon. Emem Edoho emphasized the importance of transitioning to clean energy and building climate-resilient communities through education, empowerment, and sustainable development practices.

“This project is about restoring dignity, protecting the environment, and preparing communities for a low-carbon future.”

The initiative will focus on solar energy adoption, agroecology, and disaster risk reduction strategies tailored to the unique challenges of oil-producing regions.