Oyo Government Seals Herbal Firm in Ibadan Over Environmental Violations
The Oyo State Government has sealed off an Herbal firm located at Oritamerin Road, Ibadan, over environmental violations and public health concerns.
The Chairperson of Oyo State Rule of Law Enforcement Authority (OYRLEA, Justice Aderonke Aderemi (rtd), said on Friday said that the enforcement action was carried out by officials of the Authority in collaboration with the Oyo State Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources.
According to her, the enforcement followed multiple petitions from residents alleging persistent offensive odour and health challenges linked to the company’s operations.
Prior to the enforcement action, the Authority had issued an abatement notice directing the company to cease operations and relocate within 21 days in accordance with the Oyo State Environmental, Sanitation and Waste Control Regulations but the firm refused.
