Nigerian Air Force denies causing explosion at NNPC wellhead, citing civilian safety as priority.

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) denied causing an explosion at an NNPC wellhead in Buguma, Rivers State. NAF spokesperson Air Vice Marshal Olusola Akinboyewa stated the wellhead had been leaking crude oil due to illegal activities, leading to a buildup of gas and flammable liquids. The NAF, in a statement, emphasized it only targets illegal refining sites and maintains civilian safety and infrastructure protection as priorities.

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