NNPC Limited has confirmed an incident involving an explosion on the Escravos-Lagos pipeline reported at about 17:50 hours on 10th December 2025 near Tebijor, Okpele, and Ikpopo communities in Gbaramatu Kingdom, Delta State.
The NNPC noted initial observations indicate a pressure drop consistent with a loss of containment on an NNPC Gas Infrastructure Company (NGIC) pipeline. The cause of the explosion is still unknown, but will be confirmed after a detailed investigation has been concluded.
The company did not give details of the extent of the damage or any casualties.
