Salim Sani Haladu
My name is Salim Sani Haladu, a 4th-year pharmacy student at Bayero university, Kano. Who was hailed from Gwarzo village in Kano State, Nigeria. I’m deeply passionate about understanding how climate change affects public health, especially in vulnerable communities like mine. Lately, I’ve been alarmed by the rising cases of sickness linked to heat waves, and this has fueled my drive to find practical, sustainable solutions. I see myself not just as a student, but as a credible voice and a committed problem solver, determined to raise awareness and help people adapt to the growing health challenges of our changing climate.
Rise of Heatwaves in Northern Nigeria
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Adult 18 and Above
09/09/1998
As temperatures soar above 42°C in northern Nigeria, heat waves are becoming more than just uncomfortable to a growing public health emergency. In this essay, I exposes the hidden dangers of urban heat islands (UHI) driven by rapid urbanization and iron roofing, which silently turn homes into ovens. Backed by scientific research and recent outbreaks of meningitis and malaria, my essay links heat stress to real-life health tragedies.
But it's not just a problem exposé but a solution-driven call to action. I proposed cost-effective, sustainable mitigation strategies like aluminum roofing and community education to tackle this climate crisis from the ground up. With a strong voice and clear evidence, I believe my work shines as both a warning and a roadmap for policymakers, planners, and everyday citizens. A must-read for anyone who cares about health, and climate resilience.
But it's not just a problem exposé but a solution-driven call to action. I proposed cost-effective, sustainable mitigation strategies like aluminum roofing and community education to tackle this climate crisis from the ground up. With a strong voice and clear evidence, I believe my work shines as both a warning and a roadmap for policymakers, planners, and everyday citizens. A must-read for anyone who cares about health, and climate resilience.
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