A new report from Amnesty International, titled Nigeria: Lifting the Lid, alleges that Shell knowingly operated ageing and high-risk infrastructure in the Niger Delta between 2008 and 2014. The report, based on internal documents disclosed in recent UK legal proceedings, suggests Shell prioritized oil production over safety, despite internal warnings about leaks, maintenance backlogs, and ineffective spill monitoring. These revelations have raised significant concerns regarding the company’s legacy liabilities in the region, with reports of a potential 10.9 billion dollar decommissioning bill. Shell has rejected the characterization, citing the challenging operating environment of the time and maintaining its commitment to operational integrity.