The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has confirmed an incident involving an explosion reported about 17:50 hours on Wednesday near Tebijor, Okpele, and Ikpoро communities in Gbaramatu Kingdom, Delta State.
According to a statement by the Chief Corporate Communications Officer, NNPC Ltd. Andy Odeh, initial observations indicated a pressure drop consistent with a loss of containment on an NNPC Gas Infrastructure Company (NGIC) pipeline.
The cause of the explosion, he said, was still unknown but would be confirmed after a detailed investigation had been concluded.
“Our priority at this time is the safety of nearby communities and the protection of the environment,” the statement read
He said that “Emergency response procedures have been activated, and we are working closely with relevant authorities and community leaders to ensure a coordinated approach to mitigate impact.”
He added that the NNPC Limited remained committed to the highest safety and environmental standards.
“Further updates will be provided as more confirmed information becomes available,” the statement quoted him to have said..
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