People die after inhaling fuel while stealing from pipeline
An environmental group and local reports say at least 37 people died after inhaling refined petrol while allegedly stealing fuel from a pipeline at Okari Jetty in Okrika, Rivers State, and many more are missing. More than 100 people reportedly descended on the jetty in small boats to collect Premium Motor Spirit under cover of darkness, with some collapsing or falling into the Bonny River. Security agencies are investigating, the NSCDC urged reliance on verified information, and the navy warned thieves there is "no hiding place" amid stepped-up operations as Nigeria seeks to boost oil production.
Illegal fuel theft led to at least 37 deaths.
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Pipeline theft has been a long-term problem in the Niger Delta. Security forces have recently stepped up patrols and operations. Investigations and increased maritime enforcement could follow this incident.
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