The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has clarified that there are no hidden charges associated with the newly launched Non-Resident Bank Verification Number (NRBVN) platform.
In a statement on Monday, Acting Director of Corporate Communications, Mrs. Hakama Sidi-Ali, confirmed that BVN enrolment for Nigerians living within the country remains completely free.
The VC listed some of the challenges to include contamination of water, inadequate waste disposal, plastic waste and pollution among others.
According him, these environmental problems pose serious health implications and threatens human existence.
“There is a need to sensitise the public on the health implications, as these challenges are causing degradation and negatively impacting all aspects of society.
“In addition, the government needs to embark on an innovative approach, strengthen the policy framework, and foster genuine collaboration with industries, institutions and communities,” he said.
Anake noted that environmental cleanup was not a luxury but a fundamental prerequisite to sustainable development, economic prosperity, and the well-being of the people.
He urged federal government to ensure compliance with required environmental protection regulations.
He added that the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA), state ministries of environment, and relevant offices at the local government areas should be made to perform their oversight duties.
