The first attack on Wednesday targeted an Agip pipeline feeding the Brass crude export terminal while another assault blasted a Shell pipeline at Asawo near the Nembe Creek flowstation.

Militant action has recommenced offshore with the hijacking and later release of a chemical tanker, Sichem Peace, sailing about 32 kilometres off Escravos. Hostages held“until further notice”include the Russian captain and two compatriots, an Indian and two Filipinos.

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