According to the United Nations, Nigeria, Benin, Togo, Ghana, and Ivory Coast have agreed to stop importing toxic fuels from Europe in a move that could improve the health of more than 250 million people.

“West Africa is sending a strong message that it is no longer accepting dirty fuels from Europe… They are placing the health of their people first,” Erik Solheim, head of United State Environment Programme, said.

Consequently, the Minister of Environment, Amina Mohamed, stated that the agreement would massively improve the air quality in the country and allow the nation to set modern vehicle standards.

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