In Nigeria’s Delta region, a pipeline rupture at the Bonny terminal on Saturday caused an oil spill that reached the shoreline.
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) and Shell have shut down the pipeline and deployed measures to protect nearby communities.
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) confirmed the spill, reporting that the oil had already reached the shoreline.
In response to the incident, NIMASA began actively monitoring the situation and collaborating with Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) and other stakeholders.
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Together, they are working to assess the extent of the damage and plan the necessary follow-up actions.
Meanwhile, Shell promptly shut down the affected pipeline and deployed containment booms to prevent the oil from spreading further.
Additionally, these measures aim to protect nearby communities from potential harm.
As the clean-up progresses, NIMASA, SPDC, and local authorities are determined to minimise the environmental damage.
Furthermore, their efforts focus on safeguarding the Delta’s fragile ecosystems and supporting the affected coastal areas.
