Not Again! Militants Bomb Chevron Crude Pipeline in Warri

Niger Delta militants again bombed Chevron’s crude oil pipeline at Abiteye in Warri South West LG of Delta State. This is the company's major trunk used to convey oil for export. Reports had it that the militants, who arrived the spot about 10pm in two boats, bombed the crude oil pipeline. Army and Navy personnel deployed in the area, according to sources, put up no resistance to the attack. Reliable sources disclosed that the attack was a major blow to the operations of Chevron, adding that the company might systematically reduce its activities as a result of the incident. No group has, however, claimed responsibly for the attack, but it is believed in security and industry circles that it was carried out by the Niger Delta Avengers. Yesterday’s incident was the third in three weeks by the militants on Chevron facilities.