In some cities, people wake up to find their cars, windows, and even furniture covered in black soot. Beyond the inconvenience, this pollution affects health, property, and quality of life.
⚖️ The Legal Position:
Yes, a company can be sued if its activities cause environmental pollution such as soot emission. The law provides remedies under:
✅ Environmental laws (e.g., NESREA Act, Environmental Impact Assessment Act).
✅ Tort law (Nuisance, Negligence, Trespass to Land).
✅ Fundamental human rights (Right to life and dignity under Sections 33 & 34 of the 1999 Constitution).
Victims whether individuals, communities, or even NGOs can approach the courts to:
🔹 Stop the harmful activity (injunctions).
🔹 Seek compensation for damage and health risks.
🍲 Pepper Soup Wisdom: The environment is not replaceable. If you ignore the air you breathe today, tomorrow it may not just be your property stained, but your health permanently damaged.
Source: Legal Matters with Bar Ronke Ahaotu
