Escravos pipeline explosion under control, says NNPC
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has announced that the recent explosion on the Escravos–Lagos Pipeline System in Warri, Delta State, has been contained. According to a statement from Chief Corporate Communications Officer Andy Odeh on December 11, 2025, safety measures have been implemented to protect host communities. The affected pipeline sections have been isolated, and a joint inspection is ongoing. NNPC assures the public of its commitment to safety and environmental protection.
What we know
- NNPC confirmed the explosion was first reported on December 11, 2025, near several Delta State communities.
- Containment measures have been completed, and all affected pipeline sections are now isolated.
- A joint inspection involved NNPC, regulatory authorities, and maintenance contractors.
- The NNPC Gas Infrastructure Company activated its Business Continuity Plan for stakeholders.
- Investigations into the cause of the explosion are ongoing, with continued communication with host communities.
