Nigerian Navy Destroys 10 Illegal Refinery Sites in Bayelsa.
Captain Ifeanyichukwu Mabeokwu, Commanding Officer of the Forward Operating Base (FORMOSO), addressed journalists while overseeing the destruction of the sites. He reported that the 10 illegal refining sites, containing approximately 80,000 liters of illegally refined diesel and 100,000 liters of stolen crude oil, were discovered early Thursday morning at the Nembe Creek. The discovery was made possible through the deployment of high-resolution drone technology.
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Captain Mabeokwu also mentioned that the operators had fled before the Navy personnel arrived at the site. He emphasized the Nigerian Navy‘s dedication, under the leadership of Chief of Naval Staff Vice Admiral Ogalla, to securing the nation’s economic resources and maritime domain. He assured Nigerians that the Navy would continue to foster a conducive environment for legitimate businesses to thrive and contribute to the nation’s economic progress.
He issued a stern warning to those involved in illegal activities, such as oil theft, urging them to cease their unlawful practices. Captain Mabeokwu declared that the Nigerian Navy would track down offenders and ensure they face the full force of the law.
