Fire breaks out on onshore oil rig operated by Depthwize in Nigeria’s Niger Delta –witnesses

Fire broke out on an onshore oil rig in Nigeria’s Niger Delta on Saturday, three witnesses told Reuters, adding that the fire was still burning as of noon.

The barge rig, the Majestic, is operated by Nigerian oil firm Depthwize, according to the company’s website.

Depthwize did not immediately respond to a call and email seeking comment.