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Tinubu committed to completing Ogoni cleanup – FG

The Federal Government reiterates its commitment to the Ogoni cleanup project, marking 10 years of efforts to restore Ogoniland’s environment. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-committed-to-completing-ogoni-cleanup-fg/

Tinubu committed to completing Ogoni cleanup – FG

President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his commitment to completing the Ogoni Cleanup project, the decades-long effort to remedy environmental degradation in the Ogoni region of Rivers State. The Federal Government's Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, made the declaration during the 10th anniversary of the cleanup project and the unveiling of an Ogoni Cleanup Monument in Bodo City, Gokana Local Government Area.

Lawal stated that Tinubu had directed the project to be completed swiftly, and ongoing operations under the Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project reflected that resolve. The minister highlighted tangible progress, including infrastructure developments and significant improvements in soil, groundwater, and water quality, as well as ecosystem recovery evident in the return of aquatic life.

Lawal also announced the completion of phase one of the shoreline cleanup project and urged stakeholders to cooperate and avoid divisive actions.

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