Nigerian Navy Intercepts 44,000 Litres of Illicit Fuel, Arrests Eight in Rivers
Nigerian Navy Intercepts 44,000 Litres of Illicit Fuel, Arrests Eight in Rivers
Nigerian Navy Intercepts 44,000 Litres of Illicit Fuel, Arrests Eight in Rivers
The Nigerian Navy has recorded another operational breakthrough under Operation DELTA SENTINEL, intercepting a large consignment of illegally refined petroleum products and arresting suspected oil thieves in parts of Rivers State.
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The operation, carried out in the Degema, Ogbogoro, and Ogbologo general areas, followed credible intelligence on ongoing illegal refining activities in the region.
Naval personnel from Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) PATHFINDER deployed an Anti-Crude Oil Theft patrol team, leading to the interception of two wooden boats loaded with about 44,000 litres of suspected illegally refined Automotive Gas Oil (AGO).
The operation also resulted in the arrest of eight suspects linked to the illicit activity, while other armed accomplices reportedly fled upon sighting the naval patrol team.
The suspects and recovered products are currently in custody and will be handed over to relevant authorities for further investigation and possible prosecution.
The Navy said the success aligns with the directive of the Chief of the Naval Staff, , who has tasked commanders to intensify efforts against crude oil theft, illegal bunkering, and other maritime crimes.
It reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining intelligence-driven operations, enhanced patrols, and inter-agency collaboration to protect Nigeria’s critical assets and economic interests.
Nigerian Navy Intercepts 44,000 Litres of Illicit Fuel, Arrests Eight in Rivers
