Monday, 21 May 2012
Bonga Oil Spill: "Royal Dutch Shell Did Not Compromise Us"
By Akintoba Fatigun
The attention of Senate Committee on Environment and Ecology has been drawn to media report on Bonga oil spill where it was mentioned that the Senate committee has given Shell a clean bill of health as regard the Bonga oil spill, I want to say categorically that the Senate Committee did not at any time give shell a clean bill . What we said after our assessment visit to Bonga oil spill site was that, the spill had stopped and the containment successful to an extent.
We also raised the issue of the oil found at the shoreline, which shell claim is not their own, but until tests are carried out to ascertain the owner of the oil, it will be premature to conclude, but we have insisted on a joint sample taking by Shell,DPR,NOSDRA and a Consultant appointed by Senate to be sent to a reputable international lab for testing, until the results are out we can't conclude. But in the meantime we agreed with shell irrespective of whose oil it is, Shell will take responsibility of the cleaning of the oil at the shoreline which is what is most important.
Also we are evaluating the cleaning procedure to see the effects on ecosystem from the use of the dispersants. Also shell is investigating the cause of the spill to confirm the reliability of the export line. Tthe Issue of compensation to community can only be addressed after source of oil is established.
On the issue of compromise, the media should remember that it was our committee that first to responded to Bonga oil spill in a press conference held at the media centre of National Assembly in Abuja and we also went ahead to assure all Nigerians that we will do everything possible to make sure shell contains the spill as quick as possible and to also hold shell to international accepted practices in protecting our environment and before that we have made contact with USEPA for technical assistance and surely this is not action of a committee that wants to do nothing or is satisfied with present status, If we've compromise are we going to take such step?
The committee pleads with all Nigerians to be patient, promise to see that international standards are met and see through the whole course to conclusion and there will be no cover up.
We Also assured Nigerian that if established that the cause of the oil spill is due to negligence then surely we will ensure appropriate penalties will be payable by shell. But until all investigations done we can't conclude
Akintoba Fatigun
Signed
Comments
44 comment(s)
Post a comment
The field is produced via a
Submitted by santa (not verified) on May 16, 2012 - 13:07.
The field is produced via a FPSO vessel. The field produces both petroleum and natural gas the petroleum is offloaded to tankers while the gas is piped back to Nigeria where it is exported via an LNG plant. Thanks.
Regards,
Thesis writers
The field is produced via a
Submitted by santa (not verified) on May 16, 2012 - 13:06.
The field is produced via a FPSO vessel. The field produces both petroleum and natural gas the petroleum is offloaded to tankers while the gas is piped back to Nigeria where it is exported via an LNG plant. Thanks.
Regards,
Thesis writers
flowers & gifts
Submitted by jenni (not verified) on May 15, 2012 - 09:33.
I really liked your article. Keep up the good work.
flowers & gifts
Submitted by jenni (not verified) on May 15, 2012 - 09:32.
A real informative blog like this is an exceptionally cool helping resource for a needy information seeker like me! Thanks a lot...
I really loved reading your
Submitted by Shane Moore (not verified) on May 12, 2012 - 10:26.
I really loved reading your blog. It was very well authored and easy to understand. Unlike additional blogs I have read which are really not tht good. I also found your posts very interesting. In fact after reading, I had to go show it to my friend and he enjoyed it as well!
Regards
ShaneMoore
chandelier
good post
Submitted by Shane Moore (not verified) on May 12, 2012 - 10:21.
This is a really good post. Must admit that you are amongst the best bloggers I have read. Thanks for posting this informative article
Regards
ShaneMoore
chandelier
Really your post is really
Submitted by saraanderson (not verified) on May 11, 2012 - 09:14.
Really your post is really very good and I appreciate it. It’s hard to sort the good from the bad sometimes, but I think you’ve nailed it. You write very well which is amazing. I really impressed by your post.florists in minneapolis mn
Really your post is really
Submitted by saraanderson (not verified) on May 11, 2012 - 09:10.
Really your post is really very good and I appreciate it. It’s hard to sort the good from the bad sometimes, but I think you’ve nailed it. You write very well which is amazing. I really impressed by your post.florists in minneapolis mn
Get Flower
Submitted by Justinlager (not verified) on May 8, 2012 - 10:22.
I found your site is suitable for my needs. It is a wonderful and helpful posts. I have read most of them and learned a lot from them. You are doing a great job. Thank you for what a nice site.
nice yopic
Submitted by rimpaul (not verified) on May 5, 2012 - 07:36.
Hi,
I hope u are good and so happy
I tell u that GOD is used cars
love who created man
He give us eyes to see and lips for smiling
He give us legs for walking and hands for working
A person who love hi fellow man GOD love him he give us summer and winter and
Sea where we swimming and enjoy the life our little mistakes and wrong doings take
Us away from the right path
I hope u like my comments and pray for me
Thanks for sharing
nice yopic
Submitted by rimpaul (not verified) on May 5, 2012 - 06:07.
Hi,
I hope u are good and so happy
I tell u that GOD is love who created man
He give us eyes to see and lips for smiling
He give us legs for used cars
walking and hands for working
A person who love hi fellow man GOD love him he give us summer and winter and
Sea where we swimming and enjoy the life our little mistakes and wrong doings take
Us away from the right path
I hope u like my comments and pray for me
Thanks for sharing
Good article
Submitted by Hickson (not verified) on May 3, 2012 - 08:54.
Your content is very useful. Thank you so much for providing plenty of useful content. I have bookmarked your site and will be without doubt coming back. Once again, I appreciate all your work and also providing a lot vital tricks for your readers. cheap international calls
I think this is fine
Submitted by dmrise (not verified) on May 2, 2012 - 12:08.
I think this is fine, investigation related to shell payment will be clarify more and they will sort out the penalties issues. But all of this should be clear. Trailer Suspension Parts Manufacturer
this is such a great thing to
Submitted by posmassage (not verified) on May 2, 2012 - 02:51.
this is such a great thing to know “Citizen Group was founded on this belief five years ago and it has never been more true. pellet mill building
droopy eyelid
Submitted by Paul William (not verified) on April 30, 2012 - 21:30.
Thank you for your useful post.I like this kind of post which tell us much wonderful massage about this blog.
The post is extremely nicely
Submitted by Charles Dowdy (not verified) on April 29, 2012 - 19:47.
The post is extremely nicely written and it contains many useful facts. We are willing to find your distinguished way with words the post. So you permit me to be aware of and implement. Thanks for sharing around
A very nice post is provided
Submitted by Charles Dowdy (not verified) on April 29, 2012 - 19:45.
A very nice post is provided in this blog and i like it because it provides the information i am looking for and i have bookmark this blog and i would like to read your next post.
Personal Development Plan Sample
Personal Development Plan Sample
Submitted by Charles Dowdy (not verified) on April 29, 2012 - 19:43.
A very nice post is provided in this blog and i like it because it provides the information i am looking for and i have bookmark this blog and i would like to read your next post.
Trailer Suspension Parts Manufacturer
Submitted by informaition (not verified) on April 27, 2012 - 08:16.
The basic idea is that each level of our work affects all levels. Every another person is unique in nature and should not be another way to treat everyone. Thanks for another great blog trailer suspension parts manufacturer
Thanks for the unmatchable
Submitted by Anonymous1223 (not verified) on April 24, 2012 - 07:26.
Thanks for the unmatchable diary.it was rale useful for me.navigator sharing specified ideas in the instant as symptomless.this was actually what i was labour for,and i am voluntary to came here!
528 LED Strip
I am very enjoyed for this
Submitted by Anonymous123 (not verified) on April 24, 2012 - 03:23.
I am very enjoyed for this side. Its a nice topic. It help me very much to solve some problems. Its opportunity are so fantastic and working style so speedy. I think it may be help all of you. Thanks
528 LED Strip
Hey! I simply want to give a
Submitted by nerkois3 (not verified) on April 20, 2012 - 13:19.
Hey! I simply want to give a huge thumbs up for the good information you've gotten here on this post hcg wholesale Canada. I will probably be coming again to your blog for extra soon.
Hey! I simply want to give a
Submitted by nerkois3 (not verified) on April 20, 2012 - 13:18.
Hey! I simply want to give a huge thumbs up for the good information you've gotten here on this post. I will probably be coming again to your blog for extra soon. hcg wholesale Canada
Thank you for the big one
Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on April 17, 2012 - 14:47.
Thank you for the big one post here. In spite of the fact that your site is in revatio side effects, they are still able to understand some things with my pocket dictionary tamsulosin hcl. Pray to take place them in arrival because yours post are the best!
good morning quotes
Submitted by good morning quotes (not verified) on April 12, 2012 - 11:56.
We Also assured good morning quotes Nigerian that if established that the flight of the oil spillway is due to carelessness then surely we testament ensure appropriate penalties will be payable by shell.
sister quotes
sorry quotes
Submitted by sorry quotes (not verified) on April 12, 2012 - 11:45.
We Also assured Nigerian beauty quotes that if established that the aviation of the oil spillway is due to negligence then missing you quotes surely we testament ensure appropriate penalties will be payable by shell.
sorry quotes
Submitted by sorry quotes (not verified) on April 12, 2012 - 11:43.
We Also assured Nigerian beauty quotes that if established that the aviation of the oil spillway is due to negligence then missing you quotes surely we testament ensure appropriate penalties will be payable by shell.
Filling Machine
Submitted by Filling Machine (not verified) on April 12, 2012 - 10:31.
China filling machine manufacturer and supplier. We offer filling and sealing machine, liquid filling line, bottle washer, labeling machine, and related products etc.
Great
Submitted by JoshuaJones (not verified) on April 12, 2012 - 06:09.
You have done your best by making us know about this. It was a brief and wide presentation which can easily be understood by anyone. You should be praised a lot for this effort. content writing services
I loved the post a lot. This
Submitted by Anonymous123 (not verified) on April 5, 2012 - 08:44.
I loved the post a lot. This is really great blog, I always find worth reading stuff here. Thanks to writer.
LED Strip
