Ogun State Launches Major Health Audit: Over 500 Residents Screened for Lead Poisoning in Ogijo
In a proactive response to growing public health concerns, the Ogun State Government has commenced an independent and extensive screening exercise, testing more than 500 residents for lead poisoning in the Ogijo community. The audit, described as a "major health audit," is being conducted in collaboration with relevant medical experts and institutions, including the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR). Fieldwork reportedly began last week, with over 500 blood samples already collected using a stratified scientific methodology to ensure representative coverage of factory workers, suppliers, nearby residents, and other potentially affected individuals. This move comes amid heightened alarm over lead contamination in Ogijo, a densely populated border community between Ogun and Lagos states, known for its cluster of battery-recycling operations. Investigative reports from late 2025, including collaborations between The Examination, Premium Times, and The New York Time...