By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria
An explosion has rocked the Trans Niger Pipeline (TNP) in Bodo Community, Gokana Local Government Area, Rivers State.
The incident occurred late Monday night near the Bodo-Bonny Road, which is currently under construction.
A video posted Tuesday morning shows thick black smoke rising from the site, with flames spreading rapidly into the surrounding mangrove forest. The fire continues to rage as authorities work to contain it.
As of the time of filing this report, the cause of the explosion is unclear. However, it follows recent threats from militant groups targeting oil installations amid the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State.
The TNP is a key federal pipeline, transporting gas to the Bonny Export Terminal. It remains unknown whether the explosion is linked to these threats.
Authorities are yet to confirm the cause of the explosion and provide more information.
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