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Gas flaring is a major cause of pollution and a serious risk to human health – particularly for vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly, and pregnant women. In the Niger Delta, many people live close to flares, and the poorest communities are among the most affected. They have questions about the threat to their health – questions nobody has ever answered.
The government of Nigeria and multinational oil companies active in the Niger Delta, including Shell, ENI, Total and Chevron, are jointly responsible for flaring in the region. Amnesty International is working to uphold human rights by campaigning for cleanup of the Niger Delta. As part of that work, Amnesty International USA’s Eyes on Nigeria project is using satellite technology to monitor gas flaring.
Everyone has the right to a healthy environment. Ending gas flaring and supporting full transparency about the health risks of flaring are key steps toward realizing that right.
Sincerely,
Saidimu Ole Ngais
lillav
Bagarmossen, 12845
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