Army Busts Illegal Oil Bunkering Site in Lagos

Troops from the 65 Battalion of the Nigerian Army have dismantled a suspected illegal oil bunkering site in the Orile General Area of Lagos State. Six people suspected of oil bunkering were arrested during an operation based on intelligence.

The operation was led by Lieutenant Colonel S. Adeojo. This followed reliable information about illegal bunkering activities in the area.

According to Lieutenant Musa Yahaya, the Acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations for the 81 Division, the raid happened on Wednesday. It resulted in the arrest of six suspects and the recovery of four trucks, one pumping machine, and various pipes and drums believed to be used for illegal bunkering.

The suspects and the items recovered have been handed over to the Lagos State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps for further investigation.

In a statement, the Army said, “Acting on credible intelligence, the troops raided the site and arrested six suspected oil bunkerers. The operation also led to the recovery of four trucks, one pumping machine, and assorted pipes and drums allegedly used for illegal bunkering activities.”

Major General Adebayo Babalola, the General Officer Commanding the 81 Division of the Nigerian Army, praised the troops for their successful operation. He urged them to keep up the fight against economic sabotage and other crimes.

He told the troops “to sustain the offensive against economic sabotage and other criminal activities within the 81 Division Area of Responsibility.”

The Army stated that this operation is part of its ongoing efforts to tackle illegal oil bunkering, protect national assets, and improve security in its area.