Environmentalists in danger
Synopsis
227 environmental activists were killed in 2020, as individuals like Celestine AkpoBari in Nigeria face threats and violence for opposing oil pollution.
Synopsis
Celestine AkpoBari stands by a polluted river in Ogoniland, Nigeria, where oil contamination has devastated local livelihoods. He campaigns against oil multinationals and the Nigerian government, demanding compensation for the health impacts on his community. The documentary follows AkpoBari's struggles, alongside environmentalists like Lucila Pautrat in Peru and Tiberiu Bosutar in Romania, who confront organized crime and illegal logging. Each faces threats and violence as they fight to protect their environments from exploitation.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet Celestine AkpoBari, a brave activist in Nigeria.
- See the impact of oil pollution on local fishermen's lives.
- Find out how activists fight against illegal logging in Romania.
Did You Know
- Celestine AkpoBari has been campaigning against oil multinationals for years.
- Oil pollution has destroyed livelihoods in the Niger Delta, affecting local fishermen.
- 20 million cubic meters of wood are illegally logged in Romania each year.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main environmental issue in Ogoniland, Nigeria?
The main environmental issue in Ogoniland is oil contamination, which has polluted the water and harmed local livelihoods.
Who is Celestine AkpoBari?
Celestine AkpoBari is an environmental activist in Nigeria who has campaigned against oil multinationals and corruption for years.
How much illegal wood is logged in Romania each year?
Approximately 20 million cubic meters of wood are illegally logged in Romania each year.
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