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Nigerian Army troops recover arms, dismantles refining sites, and seizes stolen oil in Niger Delta
Nigerian Army troops recover arms, dismantles refining sites, and seizes stolen oil in Niger Delta
By: Michael Mike
Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 6 Division, in collaboration with other security agencies, have intensified anti-oil theft and illegal refining operations across the Niger Delta.
In a statement Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations 6 Division Lieut. Col. Danjuma Jonah Danjuma said between November 11 and 17, 2024, the forces recorded significant successes, including the deactivation of 46 illegal refining sites, the seizure of 47 boats used for transporting stolen oil, and the recovery of over 95,000 litres of stolen petroleum products. Twenty-eight suspected oil thieves were also apprehended.
He said in Rivers State, troops acted on intelligence regarding vandalism along the Oando pipeline in Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government Area (ONELGA). Armed vandals exchanged fire with the troops but fled after being overwhelmed. Soldiers recovered an AK-47 rifle, a loaded magazine, and additional ammunition.
Danjuma said in Obiafu-Ndoni, a major bust intercepted wooden boat carrying 28,320 litres of stolen crude oil. Seven suspects were arrested. Operations in Buguma, Asari Toru LGA, dismantled illegal refining sites, confiscating 9,500 litres of stolen products.
He said further efforts in Degema LGA, including Tuma and Krakrama areas, led to the destruction of numerous wooden and fibre boats and the recovery of 10,500 litres of stolen Automotive Gas Oil (AGO). In Bille, a wooden boat with 2,500 litres of stolen products was intercepted, while in Obiafu Oil Field and along the Imo River stretch, troops dismantled illegal refining sites, destroying 16 boats and recovering over 19,000 litres of stolen petroleum products.
In Bayelsa, operations in Ekeremor and Nembe LGAs resulted in the deactivation of illegal refining sites and the recovery of over 12,500 litres of stolen oil. Danjuma said A significant seizure included 600 vandalized Shell Petroleum Development Company pipes.
In Delta troops intercepted a Sienna bus carrying stolen condensates near Oyede in Isoko South LGA. The driver abandoned the vehicle upon sighting troops. A pipeline breach in Afiesere, Ughelli North LGA, was also reported and secured.
In Akwa Ibom, several vehicles carrying 2,160 litres of stolen AGO were intercepted in Ikot Abasi LGA, leading to the arrest of five suspects.
Major General Jamal Abdussalam, General Officer Commanding 6 Division, reaffirmed the Army’s commitment to safeguarding critical infrastructure and dismantling criminal networks. He assured the public that operations would persist to bolster oil output and secure national assets.
Nigerian Army troops recover arms, dismantles refining sites, and seizes stolen oil in Niger Delta
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
By: Zagazola Makama
Security forced have neutralised two suspected notorious bandits during a clearance operation in Ukum Local Government Area of the state.
Sources told Zagazola that the operation followed credible intelligence received on Tuesday at about 1:00 p.m.
The report indicated that a criminal gang led by one Senen Hemen, also known as Orpa, was sighted along the pipeline axis between Gbeji and Igbongom communities in Ukum.
According to the sources, security forces were promptly mobilised to the location, where the gang engaged the operatives in a gun duel.
During the exchange, Hemen and another gang member identified as Mzungweve Ichur, both from Igbongom, were shot dead, while others fled the scene with gunshot injuries.
The sources confirmed that the corpses of the two suspects had been recovered and deposited at a private mortuary in Gbeji, while a manhunt had been launched in the surrounding bushes to track the fleeing accomplices.
The sources assured residents that the operation was part of ongoing efforts to rid Ukum and adjoining areas of violent criminal gangs.
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
By: Zagazola Makama
Gunmen have abducted a worshipper from a mosque in Gbonkan Village, Ipapo, Itesiwaju Local Government Area.
Sources said that the victim, identified as Amadu Usman, was kidnapped on Monday night while praying at the mosque alongside his elder brother, Adamu Usman.
The sources said seven armed men invaded the mosque at about 9 p.m. and whisked the victim away to an unknown destination.
The sources said that a joint team of security forces, Amotekun Corps, vigilantes and local hunters had since launched a search-and-rescue operation, combing surrounding bushes to track down the suspects and rescue the victim.
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, in collaboration with the Police, Community Watch Corps and local vigilantes, have repelled a bandit attack in Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State.
Sources said that the incident happened on Tuesday evening when armed bandits launched an attack on a hunters’ camp in Naalma village.
According to the sources, the troops and other security operatives responded swiftly to a distress call and engaged the bandits in a fierce gun battle, forcing them to withdraw.
“During the operation, Usman Lawal, 35, the Commander of the Hunters’ group, sustained fatal injuries. One of the bandits was neutralised while the rifle earlier seized from the hunters’ commander was recovered.
“Other fleeing bandits are suspected to have escaped with gunshot wounds. Troops are currently conducting cordon-and-search operations within the area,”said the sources.
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
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