Nigeria’s Operation Delta Safe has foiled the theft of crude oil valued at ₦98.8 million (equivalent of $67,462.38) and apprehended 13 suspects over the past two weeks, this portal can confirm.
The Director of Media Operations at the Defence Headquarters, Maj.-Gen. Markus Kangye, disclosed this while briefing journalists on Thursday in Abuja.
Maj.-Gen. Kangye said the troops uncovered and destroyed 11 illegal refining sites, seven dugout pits, nine boats, 14 storage tanks, and seven refining ovens during recent raids across Delta and Rivers States.
According to him, the troops recovered 992,500 litres of stolen crude oil, 1,505 litres of sodium hydroxide, 660 litres of condensate, and 5,000 litres of PMS—all valued at about ₦98.8 million.
He added that 13 suspects were apprehended, while weapons, ammunition, vehicles, and boats were seized during the operations.
Maj.-Gen. Kangye reaffirmed the military’s resolve to sustain pressure on oil thieves, economic saboteurs, and secessionist elements. He emphasized that the troops remain vigilant and committed to restoring lasting peace across all regions.
Source: https:// energynewsafrica.com
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