The Ogun State Environmental Protection Agency (OGEPA) has sealed Bonny Pie Industry located in Akinbo Township, Ewekoro Local Government Area, over allegations of environmental pollution through the discharge of untreated wastewater into a river used by residents.
The enforcement action followed a directive from the General Manager of OGEPA, Kehinde Bello, after the agency received a petition from the Olu of Akinbo, Oba Rasheed Olamilekan, alleging that the company was contaminating a major water source serving the community.
According to the petition, the industry had been discharging untreated wastewater into the river, raising concerns about environmental degradation and potential health risks for residents who rely on the water for domestic use.
In response to the complaint, OGEPA’s enforcement team conducted an inspection of the facility to verify the allegations and assess the environmental impact of the reported activities.
Based on preliminary findings, the agency sealed the facility as a precautionary measure to prevent further pollution while a comprehensive investigation is carried out.
Bello reiterated the Ogun State Government’s commitment to environmental sustainability and strict enforcement of environmental regulations across industries operating within the state.
He assured residents of Akinbo community that the investigation would be conducted transparently and professionally, adding that appropriate actions would be taken in line with the outcome of the findings.
The agency emphasized that industries are expected to comply fully with environmental laws and standards to safeguard public health, water resources, and the environment.
The development comes amid growing concerns over industrial waste management and environmental compliance in communities across Ogun State.
