President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially approved the reconstitution of the Governing Council and Board of Trustees of the Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYREP), reaffirming the Federal Government’s commitment to tackling environmental pollution in Nigeria’s oil-producing regions.
The Minister of Environment will serve as Chairman of the Governing Council, underscoring the government’s focus on environmental oversight and sustainable remediation efforts.
New Governing Council Composition
The Governing Council now includes representatives from various stakeholder groups, ensuring broad-based participation:
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Environmental NGOs: Loanyie Barituka Victor
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Niger Delta Communities: Bright Onyebuchi Jacob and Henry Obiabure
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Ogoni Community: Professor Barinedum Michael Nwibere and Barrister Baride Abdul Gwezia
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Oil-Producing States: Gideon Onyebuwa Melfor and Dr. Ibikunle Omotehinse
Additionally, four alternate members represent Ogoniland and the Niger Delta communities:
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Ogoni: Rev. Canon Dr. Abraham Olungwe (reappointed) and Engr. Maeba Power Ekpobari
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Niger Delta: Joseph Akedesuo and Beauty Warejuowei
Board of Trustees Reconstituted
President Tinubu also renewed appointments to the HYREP Board of Trustees with Emmanuel Nwiika Deeyah reappointed as chairman, bringing experience and continuity to the board.
Other Board members include:
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Ogoni Communities and Stakeholders: Fred Mbombo Igwe and Dr. Fred Barivule Kpakol
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Niger Delta Communities: Mrs. Dorcas Amos
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Environmental NGOs: Chief Jide Damazio (reappointed)
Government’s Renewed Focus on Hydrocarbon Pollution
The reconstituted Governing Council and Board of Trustees signal an intensified federal effort to remediate environmental damage caused by hydrocarbon pollution in Nigeria’s oil-producing regions, especially Ogoniland and the wider Niger Delta.
HYREP, since its inception, has been pivotal in coordinating cleanup efforts and ensuring environmental restoration in polluted communities. The reconstitution is expected to boost efficiency, enhance stakeholder engagement, and accelerate ongoing remediation projects.
Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information & Strategy)
August 11, 2025
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