HYPREP Council Tackles Ogoni Clean-up Challenges
The Governing Council of the Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYPREP) has committed to overcoming obstacles hindering the Ogoni oil spill clean-up and remediation efforts. During an inspection tour of remediation and water projects in Ogoni communities, Prof. Nwibere Barinedum Michael identified funding, flooding, and accessibility as key challenges.
He reported that the Federal Government has approved and released funds, resolving previous funding delays caused by procedural requirements. The council plans to increase funding for certain projects and streamline approval processes.
Additionally, flooding and site accessibility issues, particularly in Lot 11 at Ogale, will be addressed through collaboration with HYPREP Project Coordinator, Prof. Nenibarini Zabbey. Prof. Nwibere praised the Centre of Excellence at Gokana as a high-standard facility but stressed the importance of establishing a sustainable maintenance framework to ensure its long-term utility for the Ogoni people and beyond.
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