Tragedy in Rivers, as 37 people die from gas fumes
At least 37 persons have reportedly died, and many more missing after they stormed an illegal tapping point to load a petroleum product in Okrika Local Government Area of Rivers State. They died on Thursday after inhaling fumes at the Okari Jetty in the Okrika Mainland area, where many youths from the town and neighbouring […] The post Tragedy in Rivers, as 37 people die from gas fumes appeared…
Thirty-seven people lost their lives when a group of youths attempted to illegally tap petroleum products at a jetty in Okrika, Rivers State. The incident occurred on Thursday night at Okari Jetty, where numerous youths had gathered to load the product. As they connected a pipe to a tapping point, a strong smell filled the air, causing many to collapse from inhaling fumes.
Over 37 bodies were identified while six others remain unidentified, and many are still missing. The Youths and Environmental Advocacy Centre (YEAC-Nigeria) confirmed the incident, calling for an immediate investigation and urging the company to secure its pipelines. The Rivers State Police Command has launched an investigation into the matter, stating that the suspects were attempting to steal crude oil.
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