The House is investigating the burning of an oil-theft vessel and its environmental impact

This disclosure sounded an environmental alarm, as burning stolen crude oil-laden vessels exacerbates the Niger Delta's vulnerable ecosystem.The Nigerian House of Representatives has taken a significant move to address environmental concerns raised by security forces' destruction of the MT TURA II vessel.The House unanimously voted on Tuesday, July 17, 2023, to launch an investigation into the contents of the vessel, which was burned ablaze following its seizure. Thomas Ereyitomi, the representative of Warri Federal Constituency, moved on the House floor to investigate the vessel's contents and the circumstances surrounding its destruction. Ereyitomi expressed significant worry over the situation, condemning the burning of the vessel and emphasizing the potential ramifications for the vulnerable ecosystem.