The Nigerian Maritime Administration And Safety Agency (NIMASA) has confirmed that oil spill occurred on Saturday, December 14, 1024 at the Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) loading terminal, SMI, in Bonny, Rivers State.
A statement issued by Head, Public Relations,NIMASA, Osagie Edward, explained that the incident resulted from a ruptured pipeline.
According to NIMASA, SPDC has “promptly shut down the affected pipeline and deployed containment booms to protect the neighboring communities”.
Explaining further, NIMASA said “Although the spill has reached the shoreline, the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) is actively monitoring the situation from an emergency operations center.
“The agency is collaborating with SPDC and other relevant stakeholders to assess the extent of the spill and determine necessary follow-up actions.
“Members of the public are advised to remain calm as NIMASA is committed to mitigating the impact of the spill and restore affected areas”
