Panic in Bayelsa as Another Oil Spill Hits AITEO's Delivery Line

Residents in Bayelsa State are in panic as another major oil spill hits AITEO's delivery line, near the Santa Barbara well in OML 29. This incident comes barely a week after the fourth anniversary of the devastating 2021 Santa Barbara oil blowout.

The fresh leak, occurring on October 1, 2025, has reignited fear among residents who are still recovering from the impact of the previous disaster. The community has accused the company of poor crisis management and disregard for the host community, leading to tensions and concerns over environmental and safety issues in the region.