Nigerian Navy Arrests 259 Oil Thieves, Destroys 168 Illegal Refineries
According to Punch Newspapers, the Nigerian Navy has arrested 259 suspects and destroyed 168 illegal refineries over the past year.
According to Punch Newspapers, the Nigerian Navy has arrested 259 suspects and destroyed 168 illegal refineries over the past year.
In today's top Nigerian news, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) discovered an illegal refinery in Ogun state, while supporters of presidential hopeful Peter Obi clashed.
According to Business News Nigeria, oil theft and vandalism have resulted in a staggering loss of N6.36trn in potential revenue for Nigeria.
The Nigerian Navy has discovered multiple reservoirs containing approximately 157,000 litres of stolen crude oil in Rivers state.
Nigeria's Vice President, Mr. Tinubu, has stated that oil theft has decreased significantly, according to reports from Premium Times and THISDAYLIVE.