By Dare Akogun
Following the reported death of some animals as a result of the fumigation carried out at the premises of Olam Grains situated at Ogbondoroko in Asa Local Government, the Kwara State Government has assured of adequate protection of lives of both human and animals in the State.
The Commissioner for Environment, Hon. Remilekun Banigbe gave the assurance, when she led a team from the Ministry on an inspection visit to Olam factory to ascertain the level of the incident at the weekend.
She explained that the cause of the death of the animals will be investigated thoroughly to forestall future occurence.
Speaking with the Mogaji of Ogbondoroko Land, Alhaji Ibrahim Babatunde Ajape, Banigbe said Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq is so passionate about the wellbeing of his people and will leave no stone unturned until the standard of living of the people improves.
The Community Liaison Officer, Alhaji Ibrahim Isiaq, who spoke on behalf of the Community said the matter is already under control as a meeting had been scheduled with the Olam management team to ascertain the cause of the incident, with a view to resolving it amicably.
Alh. Isiaq said the the community has been playing host to the company for a long time and has benefitted immensely from its operations, hence their resolve to address and proffer a lasting solution to the problem.
Meanwhile, the Commissioner at a meeting with the management of Olam Grains, made clarifications on the fumigation carried out at the premises of the company.
She advised that proper investigation should be done on the matter in order to know the cause of the death of the animals, adding that a comprehensive report should equally be forwarded to the Ministry.
Speaking on behalf of the company, the Human Resource Manager, Mr. Solomon Makinde appreciated the team from the Ministry for the prompt intervention to investigate the issue, pointing out that the company has met with the community to take adequate measures to address the incident.
Makinde promised that an autopsy will be conducted to ascertain the real cause of the animals death, while a comprehensive report would be submitted to the Ministry for further necessary action.
