By John Joseph
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The Nigerian Navy has made significant strides in its efforts to curb oil theft and illegal refining activities in the country. Under the auspices of Operation DELTA SANITY, the Navy’s units have successfully destroyed 23 illegal refinery sites and recovered large quantities of stolen crude oil in October.
According to the Director of Naval Information, Commodore Aiwuyor Adams-Aliu, the team also uncovered and destroyed 30 ovens, 26 reservoirs, 77 sacks, 19 dug-out pits, 21 wooden boats, four jerry cans, and two pumping machines. These discoveries were made during various operations carried out within the month.
The Navy’s efforts have contributed to the increase in Nigeria’s crude oil production. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) recently announced that Nigeria’s crude oil production had risen to 1.8 million barrels per day (mbd) in October.
Some of the notable discoveries made by the Navy include:
Three illegal refinery sites discovered and destroyed around Bakana River, Bukuma axis, and Ogaji-Ama of Rivers on October 8.
One suspect arrested with one locally made pistol and three cases of ammunition on October 9.
Five illegal refinery sites discovered and destroyed around Ugbokodo and Christian village in Warri South-West Local Government Area of Delta on October 11.
A market boat laden with about 2,200 liters of illegally refined Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) discovered at Idi-Ogba, Ondo State.
These discoveries demonstrate the Navy’s commitment to curbing oil theft and illegal refining activities in the country. The success of Operation DELTA SANITY is a testament to the Navy’s efforts to protect Nigeria’s oil and gas resources.
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