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Abandoned market dumpsite sparks disease fears in Ogun communities

Residents of Ifo Local Government Area of Ogun State have raised concerns over an abandoned dumpsite along Sholu-Kajola Road, describing it as a health hazard and a major source of

By Oyetoke Adedayo Ebenezer

1 min read 13 views Updated Aug 28, 2026
Residents of Ifo Local Government Area of Ogun State have raised concerns over an abandoned dumpsite along Sholu-Kajola Road, describing it as a health hazard and a major source of discomfort for communities in the area. The residents, who spoke with crime to community-related news for Metro, business with a focus on the capital market and the oil and gas.

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Residents of Ifo Local Government Area of Ogun State have raised concerns over an abandoned dumpsite along Sholu-Kajola Road, describing it as a health hazard and a major source of Residents of Ifo Local Government Area of Ogun State have raised concerns over an abandoned dumpsite along Sholu-Kajola Road, describing it as a health hazard and a major...

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  • Residents of Ifo Local Government Area of Ogun State have raised concerns over an abandoned dumpsite along Sholu-Kajola Road, describing it as a health hazard and a major source of Residents of Ifo Local Government Area of Ogun State have raised concerns over an abandoned dumpsite along Sholu-Kajola Road, describing it as a health hazard and a major source of discomfort for communities in the area.
  • The residents, who spoke with crime to community-related news for Metro, business with a focus on the capital market and the oil and gas.UPDATE NEWS: As a Nigerian living in Nigeria or diaspora, you can now earn about ₦17- ₦25Million when you acquire premium domains for as low as $2500.You get paid in US Dollars.
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