WorldNigeria: Suspected oil thieves die after inhaling fumes

A Nigerian environmental group says at least 37 people died in Okrika while allegedly trying to siphon crude oil from a loading vessel. Most reportedly inhaled hazardous fumes. Police confirmed deaths but said investigations continued, while authorities described the circulating casualty figures as unverified and others may still be missing.

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