Resumption of Operations at Trans Niger Pipeline Post-Incident
The Trans Niger Pipeline in Rivers State has resumed operations after a Monday night fire incident. Renaissance Africa Energy confirmed no explosions occurred, and the pipeline passed integrity tests. The incident prompted a state of emergency declaration by the President. Authorities have arrested two individuals for an ongoing investigation.
Operations at the Trans Niger Pipeline in Bodo Community, Rivers State, resumed following a fire incident that occurred on Monday night. The spokesman from Renaissance Africa Energy Holdings confirmed on Wednesday that the pipeline passed an integrity test, indicating that there were no blasts or explosions associated with the facility. He emphasized that unauthorized access leading to excavation and arson attempts were observed, and subsequent inspections indicated that a nearby pipeline was utilized for ongoing operations.
The Trans Niger Pipeline is critical, transporting 450,000 barrels of crude oil daily to the Bonny Export Terminal through its extensive network. Recently, Renaissance Africa Energy Holdings completed a significant transaction acquiring Shell’s equity stake in the Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria. The serious nature of the report regarding an explosion contributed to President Bola Tinubu declaring a state of emergency in Rivers State.
The Rivers State Police, represented by Public Relations Officer Grace Iringe-Koko, confirmed that the fire was detected during a security patrol on Monday night. As a precaution, Renaissance was alerted to shut down the affected pipeline and implement safety protocols. Fortunately, there appears to be no ongoing threat to residents or the surrounding environment, although two suspects have been taken into custody for further inquiry into the incident.
In conclusion, operations at the Trans Niger Pipeline have resumed safely after a fire incident, with no explosions reported. The authorities and Renaissance Africa Energy Holdings acted swiftly to mitigate risks, ensuring the continued transport of crude oil. The incident underscores the importance of security measures and monitoring in pipeline operations.
Original Source: punchng.com
