The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPC Ltd, says it has successfully contained the fire outbreak on a section of the Escravos–Lagos pipeline system in South-West Warri, Delta State.
Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Andy Odeh, confirmed this in a statement on Sunday while providing an update on the Thursday, December 11 incident.
“Coordinated containment measures have been successfully executed, ensuring the safety of host communities, personnel, and the environment,” Odeh said.
He noted that all relevant pipeline sections have been safely and securely isolated, as a joint preliminary inspection involving NNPC Limited, the Nigeria Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, NMDPRA, technical teams, and maintenance contractors has been conducted at the affected site.
The statement also confirmed that NNPC Gas Infrastructure Company, NGIC, the operator of the network, has activated its Business Continuity Plan to manage the impact on all affected stakeholders, including shippers and suppliers.
The company noted that it continues to maintain open communication with host communities, state authorities, and other critical stakeholders, and appreciates their sustained support and cooperation.
“The Company remains committed to the safety of its host communities, the protection of the environment, and the reliability of its operations across all assets,” it said.
