Lagos' 'Invisible Crisis': Hotsteppers Project to combat extreme heat and public health risks - NaijaAgroNet

Climate experts, urban planners, public health researchers, and international development partners have officially launched the Hotsteppers Project, a landmark three-year research and action initiative designed to mitigate the growing health risks associated with extreme heat, air pollution, and rapid urbanization across Lagos State, reports NaijaAgroNet.

The rollout followed a comprehensive three-day Climate and Health Media Workshop held at The Zone, Gbagada Expressway, Lagos. The capacity-building workshop trained journalists, podcasters, and digital content creators on evidence-based, human-centered, and solutions-oriented reporting at the intersection of climate change and public health.