A broken dam holding toxic substances produced by a Chinese company operating in Omotosho forest reserve in Okitipupa, Ondo State, has claimed the lives of three persons, the Ondo State Police Command has confirmed.Wewood is also involved in the production of plywood and tiles.The trio went to the forest to extract timber for saw millers.
The traditional ruler of the community, the Olufara of Akinfosile, Olamide Ayodele, told journalists who visited the area that he had to call the Divisional Police Officer, the Vigilante Corps and the Amotekun Corps, to inform them about the development.The Police Public Relations Officer, Tee Leo-Ikoro, said the deaths occurred due to the overflow of a mini dam created by the company.
Meanwhile, Attorneys for the families of the deceased are seeking compensation and punitive measures against the company. “The Environmental Impact Assessment Act, National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency Act, and the Harmful Waste Act spelt out guidelines for dumping of hazardous substances which were clearly violated.
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