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Police allay fears over planned destruction of expired explosives in Rivers
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Police allay fears over planned destruction of expired explosives in Rivers

The Rivers State Police Command has informed residents of Kporghor Community in Tai Local Government Area about the planned destruction of expired explosive materials held by Halliburton Energy Services Nigeria Limited. The police emphasized that the materials were confirmed as expired by experts and assured the public that precautions are in place to ensure safety during the operation. The exercise is scheduled to take place from Wednesday, July 8, to Friday, July 10, 2026, involving EOD-CBRN teams. Residents are urged not to panic if they hear loud noises during the process. The article explains that expired explosives pose significant risks due to chemical degradation and require controlled disposal to protect public safety.

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Police allay fears over planned destruction of expired explosives in Rivers

The Rivers State Police Command has informed residents of Kporghor Community in Tai Local Government Area about the planned destruction of expired explosive materials held by Halliburton Energy Services Nigeria Limited. The police emphasized that the materials were confirmed as expired by experts and assured the public that precautions are in place to ensure safety during the operation. The exercise is scheduled to take place from Wednesday, July 8, to Friday, July 10, 2026, involving EOD-CBRN teams. Residents are urged not to panic if they hear loud noises during the process. The article explains that expired explosives pose significant risks due to chemical degradation and require controlled disposal to protect public safety.

Bias read (Center): The article presents information about a government-led operation to safely dispose of expired explosives. It provides factual details about the procedure, expert involvement, and public reassurance without overtly favoring any political ideology. The tone remains neutral, focusing on transparency,

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