INVESTIGATION: Toxic gas leaks threaten lives, livelihoods in Rivers community
In late 2025, residents of Bille, a riverine community in Rivers State, woke up to an unsettling sight and smell. From abandoned mono pumps and long-forgotten shallow wells, gas suddenly started bubbling to the surface, pushing through ageing pipes buried underground for decades. The air filled with...
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Verified on Jun 15, 2026