Author: Ukpatu Clement

Recent rumours circulating in the media and community circles about an oil spill in Eastern Obolo Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State, have been put to rest following a series of independent investigations. Contrary to initial claims linking the incident to Sumedha Energy Ltd, findings from environmental scientists, community leaders, and on-ground observers confirm that the discoloration and odour observed in local water bodies are part of a natural, seasonal process common during the rainy season. The occurrence is unrelated to oil or gas operations and involves no petroleum contamination. Following a comprehensive, on-ground assessment and scientific consultations, it has…