Environment
HYPREP Set To Provide Potable Water In Ogoni Communities
The Hydrocarbon Pollu-tion Remediation Project (HYPREP) says it is on the verge of deploying its team of water experts to Ogoni communities with a view to finding a permanent solution to the water crisis in the area.
The Poject Coordinator, Mr. Marvin Dekil, who said this on the sidelines of the just concluded Ogoni 2018 Martyres’ Day celebration in Port Harcourt, said that, the experts will collect samples from both private and public wells.
According to him, the move is to aid Hyprep in providing a comprehensive and permanent water scheme for the communities.
The Project Coordinator also said that the commendation was unique as it heralds the movement of equipment and personnel to sites for the clean-up of Ogoniland impacted by crude oil spills.
“All of the these three arms of Hyprep are working tirelessly to put smiles back on the faces of the good people of Ogoni through the provision of potable water, conduct of health impact study and carry out an environmental remediation that meets international standards.
“We are at the final stage of the procurement of competent companies including Ogoni indigenous contractors for the remediation process” he said.
Mr. Dekil also used the occasion to commend president Muhammadu Buhari for his commitment to the cleanup project.
“The commitment of President Buhari to this all important project is absolute and he has responded to the demands of the Ogoni people for a safe and clean environment.
It is his earnest desire that you create a conducive and peaceful environment for the remediation work and other components of the project to be delivered.
According to him, there is need for a united and indivisible Ogoni that places premium on the collective good of its people, adding that it is the only way to benefit maximally from the deliverables of the project.
The coordinator said that the doors of Hyprep are opened to any constructive criticism and engagements but added that the mandate of Hyprep is not tailored towards addressing all of the demands of the Ogoni people at once.
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) on Thursday, launched an awareness campaign, aimed at educating residents on the increasing impact of climate change.
The campaign also seeks to enlighten residents on the urgent need for personal and community protection measures.
During the launch in Uyo on Thursday, the Akwa Ibom Director of NOA, Mr Mkpoutom Mkpoutom, said that the campaign aims at enlightening residents, about the changes in weather patterns.
He said that this includes unpredictable rise in temperatures, and how these changes threaten public health across the state.
Mkpoutom noted that the current weather was not harmattan, but an extreme form of air pollution, which is harmful to health as it could cause oxidative stress which affects body balance.
“Our environment is changing rapidly, and the effects are evident in the disruptions faced by our communities.
“It is paramount that every citizen of Akwa Ibom understands these changes and take necessary steps to protect themselves, their families, and their livelihoods,” he said.
He appealed to citizens to take the following precautions which include wearing of nose mask, drinking sufficient water, covering of food and water to keep away dust, washing fruits thoroughly before eating, among others.
He directed all NOA structures within the state to engage with local communities through town hall meetings and collaboration.
He also urged engagement with schools and community leaders, to disseminate vital information on early warning signs, as well as safety protocols during extreme weather conditions.
The Chairman of Epe Local Government Area of Lagos State, Ms Surah Animashaun, has urged traders of Aiyetoro and Oluwo fish markets to consistently ensure a hygienic trading environment.
She urged the traders to maintain cleanliness and observe proper environmental sanitation in the markets.
Animashaun said this during a visit to some of the market areas in Epe on Saturday.
She said that clean markets were critical to public health.According to her, poor sanitation could lead to the outbreak of communicable diseases, especially in fish markets, where waste management must be handled with extra care.
The council chairman urged traders to dispose of refuse appropriately, avoid indiscriminate dumping of waste, and ensure regular cleaning of stalls and surroundings
She noted that environmental hygiene is a collective responsibility, adding that everyone should be involved in this development.
Animashaun also warned that the local government would not hesitate to enforce existing environmental laws, including sanctions against defaulters.
She assured traders of the council’s commitment to providing adequate waste disposal facilities and regular monitoring to sustain a clean and healthy market environment.
The council boss also urged traders to desist from selling by the roadside, so as to avoid accidents, noting that several motor accidents had occurred along the Aiyetoro market area.
“We, therefore, urge traders to stop selling on the roadside,” she said.
President, Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Mrs Margaret Oguntala, has inaugurated the construction of 18 units residential terrace in highbrow Alausa area of Lagos toward bridging the nation’s shelter gap.
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