Trans-Niger Pipeline Resumes Operations After Fiery Explosion in Rivers State
The Trans-Niger Pipeline (TNP), a crucial oil transport line in the Bodo community of Gokana Local Government Area, has resumed operations following a dramatic explosion that temporarily halted crude oil flow.
The incident occurred on Monday night when a fire erupted along the Bodo-Bonny road, sending massive flames into the sky. Videos of the blaze quickly circulated on social media, sparking fears of environmental damage and disruption to oil exports.
The TNP plays a vital role in Nigeria’s oil industry, supplying crude to the Bonny export terminal in Rivers State. The pipeline shutdown raised concerns about potential supply chain disruptions and economic implications.
Speaking to TheCable on Wednesday, Tony Okonedo, spokesperson for Renaissance Group, confirmed that operations were back on track.
“Operations have resumed. We previously suspended operations to respond to a third-party interference, but now we have resumed,” Okonedo stated.
The explosion comes amid heightened political tensions in Rivers State. On Monday, lawmakers aligned with Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), initiated impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The situation escalated on Tuesday when President Bola Tinubu declared a state of emergency in the state, suspending the governor, his deputy, and members of the state assembly.
In a decisive move, Tinubu appointed retired Vice-Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas to take over administration in Rivers State.
