Nigerian Navy intercepts illegal bunkering activity in Ibeju, Lekki

Nigerian Navy intercepts illegal bunkering activity in Ibeju, Lekki

In a move against illicit activities threatening the integrity of Nigeria’s maritime environment, the Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) BEECROFT’s patrol team and the maritime component of operation AWATSE have thwarted illegal bunkering activities at Folu Village in Ibeju- Lekki, a town along the boundary between Lagos and Ogun states.

Commander NNS BEECROFT, Commodore Kolawole Oguntuga, who confirmed the development, yesterday, said the operation led to recovering of pumping machines and Jerry cans used in siphoning Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) into an 18,000L truck.

He said: “Acting on credible intelligence received at about 3:00 a.m., of bunkering activities, the team was promptly deployed to the scene.

“Upon arrival, the perpetrators fled, and the patrol team uncovered hoses connected to pumping machines, and Jerry cans siphoning Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) into an 18,000L truck.

The team confiscated the items, which are currently in the Base for further investigation in line with standard procedures.

“The Nigerian Navy, under the leadership of Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla, reiterates its commitment to upholding maritime security and combating illicit activities that threaten the nation’s economic prosperity.”