Today in Delta State, an oil vessel owned by Shebah Exploration & Production Company Ltd (SEPCOL) exploded.
According to reports, the explosion which happened on Wednesday, engulfed the offshore facility known as FPSO Trinity Spirit, located at the Ukpokiti Terminal, around Excravos, Warri South-West Local Government Area of the state.
According to the company’s website, the plant, which acts as the major production facility for Oil Mining Lease 108, has a processing capacity of 22,000 barrels per day and a storage capacity of 2 million barrels.
“The cause of the explosion is currently being investigated and we are working with necessary parties to contain the situation,” its Chief Executive Officer, Ikemefuna Okafor, said in a statement.
As of the time of filing this report, there were no reported fatalities. The firm also said that they were prioritising investigations with respect to the safety and security of the men aboard.
“We appreciate the assistance provided us by the Clean Nigeria Associates, the Chevron team operating in the nearby Escravos facility, and our community stakeholders as well as fishermen, who have been of tremendous assistance since the incident happened,” Ikemefuna Okafor, the CEO, stated.
He further said that the company has duly notified all relevant authorities and appealed to the members of the public to stay away from the area while a crisis management team continues to monitor the situation. The Chief Executive Officer assured that all stakeholders will be updated with new information as the investigation evolves.