Nigerian Navy Discovers 17,000 Litres Stolen Crude Oil

On Wednesday, the Nigerian Navy, under the command of Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, announced the discovery of around 17,000 litres of suspected stolen crude oil concealed in a camouflaged reservoir at Ugbokodo Creek, Delta State. This operation was part of the Delta Sentinel initiative, which aims to combat crude oil theft in the Niger Delta.

Following intelligence reports, naval personnel conducted aerial surveillance and a meticulous search of the area, which initially appeared free of suspicious activity. However, drone imagery revealed a recently dug reservoir hidden beneath leaves and wooden planks.

The site indicated recent crude oil theft activities and served as a temporary storage point within an illicit supply network. The Nigerian Navy emphasized its commitment to disrupting illegal activities and protecting Nigeria's critical energy infrastructure, as crude oil theft continues to pose significant challenges, contributing to revenue loss and environmental degradation.