# Nigeria: Suspected oil thieves die after inhaling fumes

https://mins.news/en/item/45665

- DW, 2026-09-04 15:35 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/nigeria-suspected-oil-thieves-dead-after-inhaling-fumes/a-79001997?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> 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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