The Trans-Niger Pipeline (TNP) in Bodo community, Gokana local government area of Rivers State, has resumed operations following a fire outbreak on Monday night, February 17.
The fire erupted on a segment of the pipeline along the Bodo-Bonny road, with videos circulating on social media showing flames rising into the sky. The TNP is a crucial federal oil transport line supplying crude oil to the Bonny export terminal in Rivers State.
The explosion led to a temporary shutdown, sparking concerns over potential environmental damage and disruptions to oil supply in the region.
Tony Okonedo, spokesperson for Renaissance Group, confirmed the resumption of operations on Wednesday. “Operations have resumed. We previously suspended operations to respond to a third-party interference but now we have resumed,” Okonedo said.
The incident occurred amid escalating political tensions in Rivers. On Monday, lawmakers aligned with Nyesom Wike, minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), initiated impeachment proceedings against Siminalayi Fubara, the governor of the state.
In response to the crisis, President Bola Tinubu declared a state of emergency in Rivers on Tuesday. The president also suspended Fubara, his deputy Ngozi Odu, and members of the state assembly. Tinubu appointed Ibok-Ete Ibas, a retired vice-admiral, to administer the state.
Source: Linda Ikeji Blog