HOGL Energy Limited has disclosed that the fire that gutted its operational terminal in Lagos on Friday started during routine maintenance of its Premium Motor Spirit cargo pipeline.
It said the fire was later put off by men of the Lagos State Fire Service.
A statement signed by the firm’s Corporate Communications Officer, Grace Aderemi-John, on Friday, said the incident did not affect the firm’s operations in surrounding terminals, adding that there were no damage or casualties recorded as the inferno lasted.
She said, “Thanks to the concerted efforts of our facilities unit, the Lagos State Fire Service, and local stakeholders, the fire was successfully extinguished by 1:45 pm.
“We are pleased to report that operations in surrounding terminals were not impacted, there was no damage to our storage facilities, and no casualties were recorded.
“Loading operations will resume once we receive clearance from the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA).”
Aderemi-John said HOGL’s commitment to the highest standards of workplace health and safety remains unwavering.
She stated that the swift resolution of the incident was a testament to the firm’s safety protocols and the effectiveness of its emergency response teams.
“We extend our gratitude to our host community, stakeholders, and the Lagos State Fire Service for their swift response and collaboration in combating the fire incident,” she added.
