NNPC Confirms Eleme Gas Pipeline Explosion, Activates Emergency Response

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Limited) has confirmed that an explosion occurred on Thursday, October 15, 2026, on a gas pipeline belonging to its subsidiary, NNPC Gas Infrastructure Company Limited (NGIC), in the Aleto community of Eleme Local Government Area, Rivers State.
The company said it was deeply concerned by reports of injuries and damage to homes and businesses, adding that its thoughts were with affected residents and their families. It said protecting lives and preventing further harm remained its immediate priorities.
NNPC chief corporate communications officer, Andy Odeh, said NGIC had activated its emergency response procedures and isolated the a...