- Rivers State: 22 illegal refineries dismantled, 131,500 liters of illegally refined diesel and 10,300 liters of condensates seized, and six suspects apprehended.
- Akwa Ibom State: 34 illegal refining sites dismantled, 27 suspects arrested, and 215,000 liters of adulterated diesel seized.
- Delta State: Two suspects arrested, 1,200 liters of crude oil and 16 cellophane bags seized.
- Bayelsa State: Two illegal refining sites destroyed, 8,500 liters of diesel and 10,000 liters of stolen crude oil seized.
The Nigerian Army has cracked down on oil thieves in the Niger Delta region, arresting 35 suspects and destroying 58 illegal artisanal refineries across four states: Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Delta, and Rivers .
These operations, conducted between October 21 and 27, aim to eliminate oil theft and illegal bunkering activities in the region ¹. The Nigerian Army’s efforts demonstrate their commitment to tackling the issue of oil theft and protecting the country’s natural resources.
