Ogun shuts company over illegal waste dumping and burning
Quantum Packaging Nigeria Limited has been sealed by the Ogun State Waste Management Authority for allegedly operating an illegal dumpsite and burning waste. The company, located along the Lusada-Igbesa Road in Agbara, was accused of violating state environmental laws. Farouk Akintunde, the Special Adviser to the Governor and Managing Director of OGWAMA, said the company had previously been warned about improper waste disposal. The enforcement is part of ongoing efforts to address environmental violations in Ogun State.
What happened
- Quantum Packaging Nigeria Limited was sealed for allegedly operating an illegal dumpsite and burning waste.
- The company was accused of violating Section 2(b)(a) of the OGWAMA Law 2020 and the Ogun State Environmental and Public Health Law 2006.
- Farouk Akintunde stated that the company had been warned after a familiarisation visit revealed improper waste disposal.
- Surveillance found a large dumpsite near the factory, with waste burning to conceal the activity.
- The company will remain sealed until it shuts down the illegal dumpsite and presents a remediation plan.
