Nyong’o Demands Probe, Compensation After Fuel Spill Into River Nyando
The governor expressed concern over the possible impact on local ecosystems, farming activities and communities that depend on the affected areas for their livelihoods.
Kisumu Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o has called for an urgent investigation, environmental clean-up, and compensation for residents affected by a fuel spill into River Nyando, as reported by Capital FM Kenya. The incident, which occurred in Muhoroni, poses potential risks to public health, the environment, water sources, and livelihoods in the affected areas.
Nyong’o urged relevant agencies, including the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA), to conduct thorough and impartial investigations into the cause of the spill and the extent of contamination. KPC suspects deliberate interference with the pipeline, but Nyong’o cautioned against premature conclusions, emphasizing the need for accountability and fair compensation for those affected.
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