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UN Urges Shell to Address Niger Delta Oil Pollution

9/6/2025

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Amnesty International Nigeria's Director highlighted the UN's findings on oil pollution in the Niger Delta as human rights violations.
UN Special Rapporteurs urged Shell and other companies to clean up and compensate affected communities.
The letter noted oil spills' extensive impact on health and access to clean water.
Amnesty International called for responsible divestment from Nigeria, emphasizing accountability for past actions.
Shell's sale of its Nigerian subsidiary does not absolve it of environmental responsibility.

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Amnesty International Nigeria's Director highlighted the UN's findings on oil pollution in the Niger Delta as human rights violations.
UN Special Rapporteurs urged Shell and other companies to clean up and compensate affected communities.
The letter noted oil spills' extensive impact on health and access to clean water.
Amnesty International called for responsible divestment from Nigeria, emphasizing accountability for past actions.
Shell's sale of its Nigerian subsidiary does not absolve it of environmental responsibility.