The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has disclosed that it has successfully executed containment measures to ensure safety of lives and properties, following a breach on Escravos-Lagos Pipeline.
The national oil company made this known in an update on the incident, as contained in a press release by its Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Andy Odeh, on Sunday.
There was a reported incident of explosion on Wednesday, on a section the Escravos-Lagos Pipeline System (ELPS) in South-West Warri, Delta State.
NNPCL stated in the release that “coordinated containment measures have been successfully executed, ensuring the safety of host communities, personnel, and the environment.”
It was also stated in the release that all relevant pipeline sections at the Escravos-Lagos Pipeline have been safely and securely isolated.
“A joint preliminary inspection involving NNPC Limited, the Nigeria Midstream & Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) technical teams, and maintenance contractors has been conducted at the affected site.
“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,” it was added.
NNPCL declared that it will continue to maintain open communication with host communities, state authorities, and other critical stakeholders.
It appreciated the host communities and other critical stakeholders for their sustained support and cooperation.
The company restated its commitment to the safety of its host communities, the protection of the environment, and the reliability of its operations across all assets.
