The forum called for the review of the Petroleum Refining Regulations of 1974 and other relevant laws to accommodate the establishment of artisanal refineries.
A toddler developed complications following complaints of stomach upset and difficulties breathing and was being taken to a health centre at Opu-Nembe when she died.
Though Shell left Alakiri six years ago, the community still feels the impact of its pollution. Its successor Eroton has continued to pollute the environment.
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44 of the spill incidents were traced to sabotage by vandals.”
A spokesman for Shell declined comments on the integrity of the frequently breached 14-inch Okordia-Rumekpe pipeline.
He said that Chevron had deployed several helicopters to apply chemical dispersants to dissolve the oil deposits.
The company allegedly continues to disregard the government agency’s directives despite being sanctioned earlier.
