The Nigerian government is engaging in discussions with local communities to resume oil production in an area that has experienced environmental damage following Shell's sale of its onshore business in the country. The recent $2.4 billion sale of Shell's onshore business to local companies signifies the conclusion of the energy giant's nearly century-long operations in the onshore Niger Delta region, known for enduring complaints of environmental pollution.
The potential revival of oil production in the Ogoniland region in southern Nigeria, where Shell ceased operations in 1993 due to violent protests over environmental damage and human rights violations, is being considered by government officials as a means to boost foreign exchange earnings.
