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The Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYPREP) has restated its commitment to rehabilitating the oil-impacted environment in Ogoniland, Nigeria. The agency highlighted the recent designation of Ogoniland's mangrove wetland as a Ramsar Site of International Importance, underscoring the ecological significance and the importance of ongoing restoration efforts.
Oil spills from long-abandoned wells in Ogoniland, Rivers State, continue to devastate communities, impacting farming and fishing. Residents report persistent pollution from corroded wellheads, while authorities face challenges in containment and cleanup, raising concerns as plans to restart oil production loom.
The Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYPREP) has announced the successful completion of its first phase of mangrove restoration in Ogoniland, achieving full restoration while warning against the risks of future pollution.
As oil exploration is set to resume in Ogoniland, Joe Korka-Waadah emphasizes the need for equitable distribution of federal appointments across the four Ogoni local governments.
The Federal University of Environment and Technology (FUET) in Koroma/Saakpenwa, Rivers State, is set to welcome its first cohort of over 1,000 students during its inaugural matriculation on February 3. This marks the official start of academic activities for the institution, established to support the revival of oil exploration in Ogoniland.
