Unconfirmed reports say explosion suspected to be Bomb rocked an oil facility in the Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government Area of Rivers State on Tuesday
The incident is coming on the heels of Trans Niger pipeline within Ogoni axiis belonging to Shell Petroleun which exploded earlier
disrupting crude oil supply to the Bonny Terminal, a vital export hub.
It was gathered that the Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni explosion occurred at a Manifold connecting federal line in Okwawriwa, sending large plumes of flames and thick smoke into the air.
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The affected pipeline is said to be responsible for transporting petroleum products from major oil companies, including Seplat, Agip, and Shell, supplying areas in ONELGA, parts of Imo State, and Brass in Bayelsa State.
However, the facility is said to be situated away from residential zones, significantly minimizing the risk of casualties.
It was learnt that security agencies have already initiated investigations into both explosions.
The Rivers State Police Command had detained two individuals in connection with the Trans-Niger Pipeline explosion, though no one has been formally charged yet.
While authorities are still working to ascertain the cause of both explosions, the frequency and timing of the attacks have sparked concerns about the possibility of sabotage.