A significant explosion has occurred at the Trans-Niger Pipeline in Bodo, Gokana Local Government Area of Rivers State. The affected section of this vital pipeline is currently engulfed in flames, while the exact cause of the explosion remains under investigation.


Authorities have not yet confirmed whether the incident resulted from human interference. This uncertainty comes against the backdrop of recent threats from militant groups, who have threatened to target oil installations in reaction to the Federal Government's decision to withhold Rivers State's allocation amid the ongoing political crisis.


The explosion reportedly took place on Monday night along this crucial export pipeline, which is responsible for transporting crude oil to the Bonny Terminal. Efforts to assess the damage and restore safety in the area are ongoing.