FG reaffirms commitment to complete Ogoni cleanup

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to complete the Ogoni cleanup project, which was initiated ten years ago to address the devastating oil pollution in Ogoniland, Rivers State. Minister of Environment Balarabe Lawal made the assurance during the 10th anniversary of the Ogoni Cleanup project and the unveiling of the Ogoni Cleanup Monument in Bodo City, Gokana Local Government Area.

Lawal highlighted the monument as a permanent symbol of the government's commitment to the Ogoni people and noted that President Bola Tinubu had issued a direct marching order to ensure the speedy completion of the project. Progress has been recorded in various areas, including infrastructure development, soil and groundwater remediation, mangrove restoration, public health interventions, and potable water provision.

The monument also serves as a reminder of the ecosystem recovery, with the return of aquatic life to local waterways.

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