The people of Rivers State have praised the appointment of Dr. Olufemi Adekanmbi as the new Coordinator of the Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYPREP).

President Bola Tinubu appointed Dr. Adekanmbi, an environmental scientist with a PhD in Environmental Science, to lead the remediation efforts in Ogoniland, which has been plagued by environmental degradation and pollution from oil spills.

The appointment has been commended by various stakeholders in the state who believe Dr. Adekanmbi’s expertise and experience will be crucial in restoring the environment and economy of Ogoniland.

Amb. Fubara Dagogo, Leader of Rivers Progressive Associates, stated on Monday, “This appointment is a breath of fresh air. Dr. Adekanmbi’s credentials and experience make him the perfect candidate to lead HYPREP. We have no doubt that he will bring the necessary expertise and leadership to ensure the successful implementation of the project.”

The organization praised President Bola Tinubu for his commitment to addressing the challenges affecting Ogoniland, noting that the latest appointment demonstrates his administration’s dedication to fulfilling the promises made to the Ogoni people.

The people of Ogoniland have been waiting for years for the remediation of their environment, which was devastated by oil spills and pollution from oil exploration activities. The appointment of Dr. Adekanmbi is seen as a major step towards achieving this goal, Vanguard Reports.

“We thank President Tinubu for this wise appointment and assure Dr. Adekanmbi of our full support in his new role,” said Amb. Dagogo.