Shell Reports Oil Spill Near Port Harcourt, Promises Investigation

By DAYO ADESULU

Port Harcourt, Nigeria – Shell Petroleum has confirmed an oil spill at Ogale, near Port Harcourt, following an overflow during flushing operations at a saver pit.

Shell’s Response & Ongoing Investigation

According to a Shell spokesperson, the company’s spill response team acted swiftly to contain the overflow and has alerted regulatory authorities.

“Arrangements are being made for a regulator-led joint visit to determine the cause and impact of the spill,” Shell stated.

Environmental Concerns & Local Reactions

The Youths and Environmental Advocacy Centre (YEAC-Nigeria) reported that the spill started when an underground pit filled with crude overflowed into a pipeline within the Ogoni cleanup zone.

Decades of oil spills have devastated Nigeria’s Niger Delta region, damaging ecosystems, livelihoods, and public health.

What’s Next?

Will regulators confirm the full extent of the damage?
How will this impact ongoing cleanup efforts in Ogoniland?
What steps will Shell take to prevent future spills?

Stay updated as this story develops.

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