Navy Records Success In Combating Crude Oil Theft

The Nigerian Navy says it has achieved significant successes in its ongoing efforts to combat crude oil theft and other maritime crimes under Operation Delta Sanity II.

According to a statement in Abuja, throughout January 2025, a series of operations across multiple states led to the discovery, deactivation, and seizure of numerous illegal refining sites, boats transporting stolen crude oil, and the arrest of several suspects.

It highlighted the key achievements of the operation, emphasizing the Navy’s commitment to eradicating crude oil theft and protecting Nigeria’s maritime resources.

The statement explained that the operations covered several states, including Rivers, Bayelsa, Ondo, Akwa Ibom, and Delta, resulting in the interception of large quantities of stolen crude oil and illegally refined petroleum products.

The Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla, commended the efforts of the Navy personnel involved in these operations, reaffirming that the Nigerian Navy remains resolute in its mission to eliminate crude oil theft and other maritime crimes.

The Navy also called on the general public to remain vigilant and support law enforcement agencies in their fight against economic sabotage.

PR/Aisha Adesanya