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Oil spill: Oborevwori orders clean-up, medical help for Delta communities

Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has ordered immediate medical intervention and clean-up for communities affected by the Trans-Forcados pipeline o Read More: https://punchng.com/oil-spill-oborevwori-orders-clean-up-medical-help-for-delta-communities/

Oil spill: Oborevwori orders clean-up, medical help for Delta communities

Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has called for immediate medical assistance and urgent cleanup efforts to address the devastating oil spill along the Trans-Forcados pipeline. During an inspection visit to Odidi community in Warri South-West Local Government Area, Oborevwori directed the State Commissioner for Health to deploy medical teams to assess the health implications of the pollution in affected communities.

The governor, accompanied by various officials, emphasized the seriousness of the situation, stating that no time should be wasted in addressing the crisis, as residents' lives were at risk. He also demanded genuine dialogue between the oil operator and host communities, promising to ensure their concerns were addressed.

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