An explosion rocked the Trans-Niger Pipeline in Bodo, located in Gokana Local Government Area of Rivers State, on Monday night, triggering a fire at the affected section.
While the exact cause of the explosion remains unclear, authorities are probing the incident to determine whether it resulted from sabotage, especially considering recent threats from militant groups targeting oil infrastructure.
These threats have been linked to the ongoing political crisis in the region, particularly following the Federal Government’s withholding of Rivers State’s allocation. The pipeline involved is crucial for the transportation of crude oil to the Bonny Terminal, a vital export point.
Authorities have begun an investigation into the incident, but further details are awaited as the situation develops.
