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One of the indices of a developing or a developed country is the absence or presence of foreign direct investment and foreign portfolio investment in the country.

More than two decades after the Federal High Court's landmark ruling, the Gbemre v Shell case continues to define environmental rights litigation in Nigeria. This analysis examines how the Iwherekan gas flaring dispute established judicial precedents for linking environmental protection to fundamental human rights, and explores whether future Supreme Court clarification will strengthen or restrict these constitutional protections for oil-producing communities.

If you have ever wondered why the concept of "ESG" is so popular among investors and business owners, it is because it refers to a variety of issues that might affect a company's potential to generate long-term value.

In recent years, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) has emerged as a crucial method for assessing the sustainability and ethical practices of companies and projects across various industries.

Recently, the news that Nigeria has approval from the United Nations (UN) to have an extended Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)...

This piece is angled from the position that platforms for cooperation & collaboration already exist for resilience sustainability in facing climate challenges for Africa. The mission is therefore to highlight some hidden pillars that need three “As”- Activation, Advocacy and Action.

It is no longer news that full reporting and disclosure now goes beyond financial performance and position.

On Wednesday, 18th February 2026, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu issued Executive Order No. 9 dated 13th February 2026.

Nigeria's National Assembly has begun the constitutional amendment process, and as usual, all sorts of areas in the constitution have been proposed for amendment.

In the pursuit of sustainability, businesses often focus on balancing profit with environmental protection and social responsibility. However, one of the damaging impacts against these goals is corporate...

Gas flaring occurs when upstream oil field operators opt to burn the associated gas that accompanies oil production, or simply release it into the atmosphere, rather than build equipment and pipeline...

Environmental pollution in Nigeria often triggers regulatory responses, but when does it cross into fundamental rights territory? This analysis examines whether severe environmental harm—threatening health, dignity, and survival—can be legally challenged as a constitutional violation, despite the absence of an express environmental right in Nigeria's Constitution.

A leading Nigerian environmental justice advocate calls on presidential candidates to prioritize the Niger Delta's environmental recovery, proposing the establishment of a statutory authority to implement decades of unfulfilled recommendations. The tragic death of Joy Amos from gas seepage in Bille Kingdom underscores the urgent need for coordinated action on pollution, remediation, and accountability in Nigeria's oil-producing region.

Governments and their appointed regulatory bodies are fast recognizing the importance of sustainability and responsible business practices across the world and Nigeria is not an exception.

As the global focus shifts towards sustainability financing and investment, future proofing finance has become a critical component of the financial sector.

The green future is dependent on the world's ability to create sustainable alternatives to our existing pollutive way of life. Globally, innovation/ technology remains a key driving force in the quest...

In Part 1 of our article, we explored the opportunities and challenges associated with Deep Sea Mining (DSM), with a focus on the role of the International Seabed Authority (ISA)...