Akwa Ibom Environmental Remediation Training
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A foundation is training communities in Nigeria's Akwa Ibom oil region on their rights to demand environmental remediation funds. This initiative aims to empower local residents to seek compensation for environmental damage caused by oil exploration activities.
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