There are some superstitions that some species like the odum are abodes of idols who curse the workers when the trees are felled. And farmers are insulting when their farms are destroyed by the trees, even though they know very well that they will be paid compensation. The bush is full of harmful animals like the leopard, lions, elephants and so on. There are also some harmful insects like the tsetse fly, mosquitoes, bees and other insects that deform the skin. Timber work is tedious and requires high energy, making the workers weak during their old age.
Some workers further reduce their life expectancy by abusing drugs.
Such problems have led some people to describe timber workers as among the poorest and most wretched persons in the society. I like my work. With carefulness and God's guidance we will succeed. There has been a cordial relationship between me and my workers and my timber firm partners ever since we started. I have worked hand in hand with all my employees and all my trading partners.