International communities commend the progress of work done by Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYPREP) on Ogoniland.

HYPREP was established under the Federal Ministry of Environment to achieve the under listed objectives in Ogoniland and other impacted communities:

Determine the scope, means and modalities of remediation of soil and ground water contamination in impacted communities as may be recommended by HYPREP Governing Council and remedy them

Enhance local capacity for better environmental management and promote awareness of sound environmental management as well as ensure livelihoods and sustainable development

Ensure security and promote peace building efforts in impacted communities

Strengthen governance, transparency and accountability in the region.