Oil Platform Sinks Off Gabon; President Heads to Port-Gentil

A maritime disaster shook Gabon last Sunday with the sinking of the oil platform Prospector 5 off Mayumba. According to the latest information, five people remain missing after 110 others were rescued. The situation continues to cause widespread concern in the country, where the oil industry plays a central role in the economy. ⏱️ 1 min of reading The facts and recent developments The Gabonese president, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, visited Port-Gentil, the capital of the southwest, on Monday to be close to the search operations. His arrival was welcomed by families of the missing and survivors, who hope for both moral and material support. Authorities assure that efforts are being made to find the victims and secure the area. The sinking has raised questions about the safety of offshore oil activities. With over 110 people rescued, the toll remains heavy, and authorities now face the challenge of managing the survivors and affected families. National solidarity is evident in the streets of Port-Gentil, where spontaneous demonstrations praise the government's commitment during the crisis. ⚡ Key points ▸ The Gabonese president, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, visited Port-Gentil, the capital of the southwest, on Monday to be close to the search operations. ▸ With over 110 people rescued, the toll remains heavy, and authorities now face the challenge of managing the survivors and affected families. ▸ National solidarity is evident in the streets of Port-Gentil, where spontaneous demonstrations praise the government's commitment during the crisis. Follow the news live on Flash Radio The news is also followed live: listen to Shems FM, Babnet Tunisie and Jawhara FM on Flash Radio, without registration. 📻 Shems FM live 101.7 MHz — Generalist 📰 Babnet Tunisie live News 🎶 Jawhara FM live 102.5 MHz