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Delta assembly orders oil spill cleanup
Delta State House of Assembly demands immediate cleanup of oil spill in Uzere Community.
In brief
Delta State House of Assembly demands immediate cleanup of oil spill in Uzere Community. Delta State House of Assembly ordered oil companies to clean up oil spill in Uzere Community. Originally reported by Premium Times Nigeria.
Delta assembly directs cleanup
Delta State House of Assembly ordered immediate cleanup of oil spill in Uzere Community, Isoko South Local Government Area.
Lawmakers urge oil companies
Lawmakers urged oil companies operating in oil-producing communities to prioritize host communities' welfare and respond promptly to environmental emergencies.
Motion by Ferguson Onwo
Ferguson Onwo (Isoko South II) moved a motion expressing concern over spill's hardship and threats to environment, public health, and livelihoods.
Supporting lawmakers
Lawmakers including Kenneth Preyor, Charles Emetulu (Ndokwa West), James Augoye (Okpe), and Bridget Anyafulu (Oshimili South) supported the motion.
Unanimous adoption
The assembly unanimously adopted the motion when put to voice vote by Speaker Dennis Guwor.
Speaker directs action
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Speaker Dennis Guwor ordered clerk to communicate resolutions to relevant authorities for necessary action.
Committee monitoring
House Committee on Legislative Compliance mandated to monitor implementation of resolutions and ensure concerns received necessary attention.
The bottom line
Delta State House of Assembly ordered oil companies to clean up oil spill in Uzere Community.
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