Oando Plc has recorded four operational oil spills from October 2024 to date, according to a statement released by the company’s spokesperson, Alero Balogun.
The oil firm has also concluded repairs on pipelines that caused oil spill incidents along the NNPC Exploration and Production Ltd/Oando pipeline in Bayelsa State.
Balogun said, “Oando Plc announces the successful completion of repairs to its pipeline following oil spill incidents along the NEPL/Oando pipeline, which affected the Ogboinbiri Community in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area, Bayelsa State.
“Between October 2024 to date, four operational spills occurred. Upon identification of each incident, we swiftly activated emergency response protocols in line with company policy, including the immediate shut-in of the affected wells and cessation of crude oil delivery through the pipeline, ” she said.
Oando responded promptly to the oil spills, deploying containment materials to prevent further spread of the oil and initiating recovery efforts.
The company also conducted Joint Investigation Visits with relevant stakeholders, including government regulatory agencies and the Ogboinbiri community.
“We are pleased to report that the repairs of the affected sections of the pipeline have been completed. To further mitigate the risk of future incidents, we are implementing a sectional replacement of the pipeline, ” she added.
Balogun noted that Oando remain committed to its host communities and was working to ensure that its operations support long-term environmental sustainability in the region.
“Oando remains fully committed to its host communities and is working diligently to ensure that its operations support the long-term environmental sustainability of the region, ” she said.
