@MEiiiot Investigation revealed that the spill was caused by corrosion on the 4-inch flowline. A pinhole leak was also discovered at a position of the pipeline which resulted in the release of crude oil into the surrounding environment.
JIV CONCLUDES ON OANDO 4” OGBOINBIRI WELL 8LS FLOWLINE OIL SPILL INCIDENT IN BAYELSA
A Joint Investigation Visit (JIV) has been concluded on the crude oil spill incident recorded on Oando Energy Resources Limited’s 4” Ogboinbiri Well 8LS Flowline located in Ogboinbiri, Bayelsa.
✨ EID-EL-KABIR MUBARAK ✨🌙
As we celebrate this sacred season of sacrifice, faith, and gratitude, may the blessings of Allah bring peace, joy, prosperity, and renewed hope to every home.
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Joint Investigation Visit (JIV) conducted at the 24-inch Ogoda-Brass Pipeline located at the Elepa/Okpoama axis in Brass Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, operated by Oando Energy Resources Limited, following a reported oil spill incident.
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JIV Visit to the 6’’ Tunu Well 5T & 17T Flowline at Bilabiri, Ekeremor LGA, conducted on Sunday, 17 May 2026, following a reported spill incident.
The investigation confirmed an estimated spill quantity of 4 barrels (bbls), with sabotage identified as the cause of the incident.
NOSDRA Director-General, Engr. Chukwuemeka Woke, on Tuesday visited the agency’s Warri Zonal Office as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen operational efficiency and staff engagement across regional offices.
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The briefing of the newly appointed Permanent Secretary of the @FMEnvng, Mallam Salihu Aminu Usman, was held at the Ministry’s Conference Room in Abuja. The DG/CE of NOSDRA, Engr. Chukwuemeka Woke, was represented at the event by the Director of PPAR, Dr. Shola Oladipo.
Post Clean-Up Inspection (PCI) Update
The National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency (NOSDRA) carried out a Post Clean-Up Inspection (PCI) on 14th April 2026 at the Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited facility located at Agbidiama, Ekeremor LGA, Bayelsa State.
A post clean-up inspection was conducted at the 16’’ Nun River–Kolocreek Pipeline located at Agbura, Yenagoa LGA, Bayelsa State on 9th April 2026, following the completion of remediation activities by Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited.
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The Kaduna Zonal Office of NOSDRA conducted a compliance monitoring visit to TY Chemicals, Kaduna State. The exercise featured a Minor Drill Exercise and an audit of oil spill response equipment to evaluate preparedness, operational readiness, and regulatory compliance.
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As we celebrate the joy of Easter, may this sacred season bring peace to your home, gratitude to your heart, and renewed hope for the days ahead.
Wishing you and your family a blessed and joyful Easter celebration.
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JOINT INVESTIGATION VISIT TO OPUKUSHI WELL
A Joint Investigation Visit (JIV) was successfully conducted on March 29 and 30, 2026, at Opukushi Well 40T, located in Egbema-Angalabiri/Agbidiama, Ekeremor Local Government Area of Bayelsa State.
CLEANUP MONITORING UPDATE – OPUKUSHI WELL 11, AGBIDIAMA, BAYELSA, STATE.
NOSDRA officials carried out a cleanup monitoring exercise at the impacted area of Opukushi Well 11, Agbidiama, following the incident arising from the partial submerge of an environmental barge.
Please join the Honorable Minister on Thursday, April 2nd, 2026 for the First Quarter 2026 Citizens/ Stakeholders Engagement Meeting.
Link: https://t.co/eDWMHwNuvN
Meeting ID: 837 1096 1220
Passcode: fmenv
DG/CE of NOSDRA, Engr. Chukwuemeka Woke, alongside the Agency’s management and technical teams, presented NOSDRA’s achievements, key activities, and 2026 Work Plan to the Honourable Minister of Environment, @BalarabeAbbas_, in Abuja.
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