The Ogun State Government has begun an independent health audit in Ogijo, Sagamu Local Government Area, after concerns over lead poisoning in the community. More than 500 residents have had blood samples taken to determine their lead levels, following reports of possible exposure linked to battery recycling activities.
The Commissioner for Health, Tomi Coker, announced the exercise at a stakeholders’ meeting at the Ologijo’s Palace, saying Governor Dapo Abiodun directed the engagement of the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research to ensure an independent and transparent study.
The intervention follows the sealing of seven used battery recycling facilities in November 2025 over alleged environmental contamination and the temporary suspension of lead ingot exports pending investigation. Environmental assessments and regulatory reviews have also been conducted.
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The Director-General of NIMR, Oladipo Obafunwa, said laboratory analysis would follow established scientific standards, with findings to be presented objectively. The traditional ruler of the community, Oba Kazeem Gbadamosi, assured the government of residents’ cooperation.
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