The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has restored the Escravos–Lagos Pipeline System to full operations, weeks after an explosion disrupted gas supply along the strategic pipeline corridor in Delta State.

The national oil company announced on Monday that the pipeline, which suffered an unexpected explosion on December 10, 2025, has been successfully repaired, tested and recommissioned.

NNPC said the restoration has brought an end to gas supply interruptions that affected parts of the country’s power generation and industrial sectors that depend heavily on gas.

In a statement signed by the Chief Corporate Communications Officer of NNPC Limited, Andy Odeh, the company disclosed that emergency response measures were immediately activated after the incident to contain the damage and prevent further risks.

“NNPC Limited is pleased to announce the successful restoration of the Escravos–Lagos Pipeline System in Warri, Delta State. Following the unexpected explosion on December 10, 2025, we immediately activated our emergency response, deployed coordinated containment measures, and worked tirelessly with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the damaged section was repaired, pressure-tested, and safely recommissioned,” the statement read.

The company confirmed that the Escravos–Lagos Pipeline System is now fully operational.

NNPC described the swift repair and recommissioning of the pipeline as a clear demonstration of its resilience and commitment to safeguarding Nigeria’s energy security.

“Today, the pipeline is fully operational, reaffirming our resilience and commitment to energy security,” the company stated.

The Escravos–Lagos Pipeline System is one of Nigeria’s most critical gas transportation assets, conveying natural gas from production fields in the Niger Delta to Lagos and other parts of the South-West.

The pipeline supplies several power generation companies, industrial users and manufacturing clusters, making it central to electricity generation and industrial output across the region.

In recent weeks, disruptions along the pipeline had resulted in reduced power generation, forcing some electricity plants to shut down or operate below capacity.

Industries reliant on gas were also compelled to switch to more expensive energy alternatives such as diesel, increasing operational costs.

NNPC attributed the rapid repair and restoration of the pipeline to effective collaboration with host communities, regulators and security agencies.

“This achievement was made possible through the unwavering support of our host communities, the guidance of regulators, the vigilance of security agencies, and the dedication of our partners and staff,” the company said.

“Together, we turned a challenging moment into a success story, restoring operations in record time while upholding the highest standards of safety and environmental stewardship.”

Pipeline vandalism, operational failures and explosions have remained persistent challenges within Nigeria’s oil and gas infrastructure.

Such incidents often result in revenue losses, environmental degradation and prolonged disruptions to energy supply.

In response, the Federal Government and NNPC have intensified surveillance efforts, strengthened community engagement and increased the deployment of security assets to protect critical energy infrastructure.

Particular attention has been placed on gas pipelines, which play a central role in Nigeria’s energy transition strategy.

NNPC reiterated its commitment to protecting its assets and host communities, while emphasising that environmental safety remains a top priority.

“As we move forward, NNPC Limited remains steadfast in its pledge to protect our environment, safeguard our communities, and maintain the integrity and reliability of our assets,” the statement concluded.