By Salisu Sani-Idris
Rivers Progressive Associates, a pro-development organisation in Rivers State, has commended President Bola Tinubu for appointing Dr. Olufemi Adekanmbi as the new Project Coordinator for the Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYPREP).
Amb. Fubara Dagogo, the Leader, Rivers progressives associates, made the commendation in a statement on Sunday in Abuja.
Dagogo, on behalf of the associates also praised Tinubu for making a wise decision, noting that previous appointees from Ogoni have failed to deliver on their promises.
” However, Dr. Adekanmbi’s appointment is seen as a breath of fresh air, given his impressive credentials and expertise in environmental management.
” Dr. Adekanmbi’s appointment is a game-changer for HYPREP,” said Fubara Dagogo, Leader, Rivers Progressive Associates
“His PhD in Environmental Science and extensive experience in environmental remediation make him the perfect candidate to lead the project.
” We have no doubt that he will bring the necessary expertise and leadership to ensure the successful implementation of HYPREP.”
Similarly, he applauded President Tinubu for his commitment to addressing the environmental challenges facing Ogoniland.
Dagogo noted that Dr Adekanmbi’s appointment demonstrates his administration’s dedication to fulfilling the promises made to the Ogoni people.
“We thank President Tinubu for this wise appointment and assure Dr. Adekanmbi of our full support in his new role,” the leader added.
He urged the Federal Government to provide the necessary resources and support to ensure the success of HYPREP, which is critical to the restoration of the environment and the economic development of Ogoniland.
With Dr. Adekanmbi at the helm, the organization expressed optimism that ” HYPREP will finally achieve its goals and bring relief to the long-suffering communities in Ogoniland.”
