NESREA Shuts Oyo Chemical Company Over Environmental Violations

The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) has sealed off Bond Chemicals Industries Limited over violations of national environmental regulations.

The enforcement action followed a public complaint, which was later confirmed through independent verification, revealing that the company was discharging untreated effluent into the environment.

In a statement issued by the assistant director (Press), Nwamaka Ejiofor, the agency said a compliance inspection carried out on February 18, 2026, by its South West Zonal Office uncovered serious infractions at the facility.

According to NESREA, the company lacked a functional Effluent Treatment Plant and was releasing untreated wastewater with offensive odour directly into the environment, in clear breach of regulatory standards.

The agency said the firm was initially notified of the violations and directed to install appropriate treatment systems and obtain the required permits.

However, a follow-up inspection showed that the company failed to comply with these directives, prompting the agency to shut down the facility to prevent further environmental damage and safeguard public health.

Director-general of NESREA, Innocent Barikor, stressed that all industrial operators must adhere strictly to environmental regulations, including the installation and proper use of pollution control equipment.

He added that the agency would intensify monitoring nationwide and ensure strict enforcement, noting that the factory will remain closed until it fully complies with all regulatory requirements, while further investigations continue.