Key facts
- Documents indicate Shell continued oil pumping through a Nigerian pipeline despite pollution evidence.
- Shell claims the documents do not reflect the complex operating environment at the time.
Leaked documents suggest that the oil major Shell continued to operate a pipeline in Nigeria for several years, even after evidence of pollution linked to its operations became apparent. The company has responded by stating that these documents fail to account for the critical context of the complex operating environment that existed during the period in question. This situation raises questions about the company's environmental responsibilities and transparency in its operations in regions with challenging conditions.