Ogoni Cleanup Progress
HYPREP Water Initiatives
Environmental Restoration in OgonilandO
n February 27, 2025, the Nigerian Federal Government reiterated its dedication to the environmental remediation of Ogoniland by inaugurating two potable water projects in the region. These projects, executed under the Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYPREP), aim to provide clean drinking water to communities affected by decades of oil pollution. The initiative addresses one of the critical recommendations from the United Nations Environment Programme’s (UNEP) 2011 report, which highlighted severe contamination in Ogoniland and the urgent need for clean water access. HYPREP’s Project Coordinator, Prof. Nenibarini Zabbey, emphasized that these water schemes are part of a broader effort to implement sustainable solutions for environmental restoration and public health improvement in the area. citeturn0search0In addition to the water projects, HYPREP has outlined plans to launch more initiatives throughout 2025, including soil and groundwater remediation, shoreline cleanup, and mangrove restoration.
These efforts are designed to rehabilitate the ecosystem and restore livelihoods dependent on the region’s natural resources. The government, in collaboration with local and international partners, remains committed to ensuring that the Ogoni cleanup progresses effectively, with transparent monitoring and active community involvement to achieve lasting environmental and socio-economic benefits.
