Oil spill hits 216 Delta communities, fish prices rise
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An oil spill along the Trans-Forcados Pipeline has affected 216 communities in Nigeria’s Delta State, contributing to fish scarcity and higher prices. Governor Sheriff Oborevwori ordered medical checks for residents who may have been exposed to pollution.
By Egufe Yafugborhi & Ochuko Akuopha WARRI — Fish scarcity and rising prices have been reported in 216 communities affected by an oil spill along the Trans-Forcados Pipeline in Delta State, as Governor Sheriff Oborevwori ordered immediate medical checks for residents exposed to the pollution. Oborevwori gave the directive on Tuesday during an inspection visit […] The post Oil spill hits 216 Delta communities, fish prices rise appeared first on Vanguard News.
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