The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited says coordinated containment measures have been successfully executed at the site of the Escravos–Lagos pipeline explosion.

The NNPC had earlier reported an explosion on the pipeline.

The company said the incident occurred on December 10 near Tebijor, Okpele and Ikpopo communities in Gbaramatu Kingdom, Delta State.

Providing updates in a statement on Monday, NNPC spokesperson Andy Odeh said containment measures had been implemented.

He said the measures were intended to ensure the safety of host communities, personnel and the environment.

“All relevant pipeline sections have been safely and securely isolated,” Odeh said.

“A joint preliminary inspection involving NNPC Limited, the Nigeria Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) technical teams and maintenance contractors has been conducted at the affected site.”

Odeh said the NNPC Gas Infrastructure Company (NGIC), the operator of the network, activated its business continuity plan to manage the impact on all affected stakeholders, including shippers and suppliers.

“NNPC Ltd continues to maintain open communication with host communities, state authorities and other critical stakeholders, and appreciates their sustained support and cooperation,” the statement read.

The spokesperson said the company remains committed to the safety of host communities, environmental protection and the reliability of its operations across all assets.