Shell escaped liability for oil spills in Nigeria for years. Then four farmers took them to court ... and won

When Nigerian environmental lawyer Chima Williams launched a lawsuit against oil giant Shell plc, he did not envisage a 13-year battle that would lead to a landmark ruling and land him a prestigious environmental award.

Shell escaped liability for oil spills in Nigeria for years. Then four farmers took them to court ... and won
When Nigerian environmental lawyer Chima Williams launched a lawsuit against oil giant Shell plc, he did not envisage a 13-year battle that would lead to a landmark ruling and land him a prestigious environmental award.