37 persons die in Rivers after inhaling petroleum fumes

BusinessDay | 03-09-2026 08:53pm |

At least 37 persons, suspected to be oil thieves and mostly youths, have died after inhaling petroleum fumes at Okari Jetty in Rivers State. The incident highlights the dangers associated with illegal oil activities. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the deaths.

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