The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation’s (NNPC) crude trunk line on Friday exploded at the Abura crude trunk line in Otu-Jeremi town Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State.
The oil pipeline, as learnt exploded, dumping crude oil into the surroundings of Otu-Jeremi community, causing tension for residents, especially those living metres from the affected line.
The extent of damage caused by the explosion or if there are casualties, cannot be ascertained
Sources in the area said security agencies have already taken charge of the scene of the incident, and that firefighters are trying to put out the resulting blaze.
