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Troops of the 6 Division, Nigerian Army, in conjunction with other security agencies, have sustained their strength in combating oil theft in the Niger Delta Region. The operations, between December 16 and 22, 2024, led to the dismantling of 37 illegal refining sites, the arrest of 10 suspected oil thieves, and the recovery of over
Nigerian troops seize more than 130,000 litres of stolen petroleum products
Troops of the 6 Division, Nigerian Army, in conjunction with other security agencies, have sustained their strength in combating oil theft in the Niger Delta Region.
The operations, between December 16 and 22, 2024, led to the dismantling of 37 illegal refining sites, the arrest of 10 suspected oil thieves, and the recovery of over 130,000 litres of stolen petroleum products.
This was contained in a statement by the Acting Deputy Director of 6 Division Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Colonel Danjuma Jonah Danjuma.
The statement outlines major achievements, including destroying nine illegal refining sites at Obiafu in Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni (ONELGA) LGA, Rivers State.
Danjuma said troops also intercepted 176 cooking drums, several pumping machines, and over 60,000 litres of stolen products, including crude oil, Automotive Gas Oil, AGO, and Dual Purpose Kerosene, DPK, adding that four suspected oil thieves were arrested at the site.
He further stated that in Asari-Toru LGA, three illegal refining sites and a large boat were dismantled with 24,000 litres of stolen products recovered.
According to him, at Degema LGA, troops deactivated illegal sites and intercepted three boats carrying over 16,000 litres of stolen crude and refined products.
The spokesman added that operations at Ozorchi Forest in Abua/Odual and along Imo River led to the destruction of refining equipment and recovery of 15,000 litres of stolen products.
Danjuma said troops also foiled attempts to vandalize pipelines and dismantled refining sites in Bayelsa State.
He said that while 2,000 litres of stolen crude were confiscated around Kunsho Creek in Southern Ijaw LGA, an abandoned attempt to compromise Shell Petroleum Development Company’s pipeline was discovered in Ekeremor LGA.
According to him, a tanker truck positioned to siphon crude oil from a pipeline was intercepted at Obiukwole Community, Ethiope East LGA of Delta State.
This is as the troops discovered a concealed hose linking the truck to the pipeline and arrested four suspected oil thieves.
Meanwhile, in Akwa Ibom State, troops maintained patrols across the hinterlands and waterways to deter criminal activities.
The General Officer Commanding of 6 Division, Major General Jamal Abdussalam, applauded the troops’ efforts, urging them to sustain their vigilance.
He reassured the public that the military remains resolute in denying criminals any foothold in the region.
Nigerian troops seize more than 130,000 litres of stolen petroleum products
The Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority, NPA, Dr Abubakar Dantsoho, says the Nigerian maritime industry has witnessed reforms in critical segments aimed at boosting operational efficiency as well as revenue generation for the country. Dantsoho made the assertion after he emerged the first Nigerian to be elected Chairman of PMAWCA, at the 44th
Nigerian maritime industry has witnessed reforms in critical segments – Dantsoho
The Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority, NPA, Dr Abubakar Dantsoho, says the Nigerian maritime industry has witnessed reforms in critical segments aimed at boosting operational efficiency as well as revenue generation for the country.
Dantsoho made the assertion after he emerged the first Nigerian to be elected Chairman of PMAWCA, at the 44th annual council and 19th roundtable of Directors General of PMAWCA in Conakry-Guinea.
He called for collaboration among countries under the Port Management Association of West and Central Africa, PMAWCA, saying it is only through robust engagement that mandates set by the group can be achieved.
Dantsoho noted that the reforms in the sector included port rehabilitation and modernisation, infrastructure, digitisation and automation, adding that the Nigerian government is committed to a revolutionary turnaround of the maritime industry.
He said, “It is with great honour and privilege that I stand before my friends from the countries of West and Central Africa today to accept this mantle of leadership.
“I will be seeking your usual cooperation and advice in helping to ensure that we continue to develop the maritime sector in our various countries and the West and Central African sub-region in general.
“Recalling our deliberations at the Board of Directors meeting, the need to relocate the PMAWCA headquarters to a more visible and befitting place in Lagos Nigeria, the training needs of the Association and the PCS is dear to my heart and will do my very best in this direction to achieve these goals,” he said.
The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, acknowledging Dantsoho’s election said it was a testament to the fact that the effort to turn around the port economy in Nigeria is being recognised by global stakeholders.
Oyetola said the recognition will further fuel Nigeria’s effort to reclaim its maritime global relevance under President Bola Tinubu’s renewed hope agenda.
“I congratulate Dantsoho for his election, it is a responsibility that I am sure he can deliver on. His election has proven the renewed hope agenda of Mr President to turn around the port economy by creating the Marine and Blue Economy was a step in the right direction.
“The maritime industry has the potential to transform Nigeria’s economy, create jobs, and improve livelihoods. With our rich coastline and strategic location, the country is well-positioned to become a key hub for maritime activities in Africa. The creation of this Ministry therefore reflects the government’s commitment to building a future where the blue economy plays a major role in national prosperity.”
Nigerian maritime industry has witnessed reforms in critical segments – Dantsoho
Former Independent National Electoral Commission Chairman, Professor Attahiru Jega, has expressed concern over the exodus of talented young Nigerians from the country. According to him, this trend and the current struggles in the nation symbolise a dangerous loss of hope. Speaking at the launch of the Unveiling and Rebranding Nigeria Initiative in Abuja on Saturday,
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Former Independent National Electoral Commission Chairman, Professor Attahiru Jega, has expressed concern over the exodus of talented young Nigerians from the country. According to him, this trend and the current struggles in the nation symbolise a dangerous loss of hope. Speaking at the launch of the Unveiling and Rebranding Nigeria Initiative in Abuja on Saturday,