Explosion Hits Trans-Niger Pipeline in Rivers State

Explosion Hits Trans-Niger Pipeline in Rivers State

A powerful explosion has rocked the Trans-Niger Pipeline in Bodo, Gokana Local Government Area of Rivers State. The blast, which occurred on the night of Monday, March 17, affected a critical export pipeline that transports crude oil to the Bonny Terminal.

The impacted section of the pipeline is currently on fire, though the exact cause of the explosion remains unclear. Authorities have yet to confirm whether the incident was due to human interference or a technical failure.

The explosion comes amid rising tensions in Rivers State, with militant groups recently issuing threats to target oil installations in response to the Federal Government’s withholding of the state's allocation over ongoing political disputes.