In a significant operation, Nigerian troops and security agencies have seized 215,000 liters of stolen oil and destroyed 34 illegal refineries in Delta.
Key Highlights:
- 27 suspects arrested for illegal oil activities
- 19 boats and 8 vehicles destroyed
- Various arms and ammunition recovered
- 3 artisanal refineries deactivated in Rivers State
- 7,000 liters of stolen condensates confiscated in Degema LGA
- 5 suspects apprehended attempting to vandalize Oando pipeline
- 16 illegal refining sites discovered in Imo Riverside, Bayelsa
Military Response
Lt. Col. Danjuma Jonah, Deputy Director of Army Public Relations, confirmed the operations took place from October 21-27, 2024. Major General Jamal Abdussalam, General Officer Commanding, 6 Division, praised the troops’ efforts.
Regional Impact
The crackdown aims to create a safe and economically viable environment in the Niger Delta region.
Source: Vanguard.
