Impediments to Environmental Forensics in the Implementation of Polluter Pays Principle in Nigeria's Extractive Industry

The inability of environmental litigation plaintiffs to discharge the evidential burden of proof imposed on them often frustrate their attempts to obtain remedy for injuries suffered. Scientific evidence is an effective approach to aid victims of pollution ground their claims and help the court dete...

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Published in:Environmental claims journal 2023-01, Vol.35 (1), p.52-72
Main Authors: Eni, Onyekachi, Nnam, Macpherson Uchenna, Okoli, Peter Chukwunonso, Unuabonah, Emmanuel Iyayi
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Forensic science
Injuries
Litigation
Pollution
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Summary:The inability of environmental litigation plaintiffs to discharge the evidential burden of proof imposed on them often frustrate their attempts to obtain remedy for injuries suffered. Scientific evidence is an effective approach to aid victims of pollution ground their claims and help the court determine whether contested facts are proved or not. This article examines the factors that impede the deployment of environmental forensics in litigations affecting Nigeria's extractive industry and recommends appropriate remedial interventions.
ISSN:1040-6026
1547-657X
DOI:10.1080/10406026.2022.2160429