1998 Jesse pipeline explosion

متى

1998

النوع

انفجار

إحداثيات

5.87° N, 5.75° E

Description

1998 pipieline explosion in Nigeria

1998 pipeline explosion in Nigeria

On 18 October 1998, a pipeline explosion occurred in the community of Jesse, 290 kilometres (180 mi) southeast of Lagos, Nigeria. The cause of the blast has been debated. The Nigerian government stated the explosion took place after scavengers intentionally ruptured the pipeline with their tools and ignited the blaze; however, others have stated the pipeline ruptured due to a lack of maintenance and neglect with a ci…

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