For alleged unlawful oil theft, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has detained 120 citizens.
In Port Harcourt, Rivers State, the anti-graft agency collaborated with members of the 6 Division Garrison, Nigerian Army.
The individuals were charged with illicit refining of stolen petroleum products as well as economic sabotage.
They were apprehended after loading oil into trucks for distribution within and beyond Rivers State at the seaport.
The EFCC stated that their arrest was made in response to intelligence on alleged illegal oil bunkering activities in the area.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 120 people for allegedly stealing illegal oil.
In Port Harcourt, Rivers State, the anti-graft agency collaborated with personnel from the Nigerian Army’s 6 Division Garrison.
The individuals were charged with illicit refining of stolen petroleum products as well as economic sabotage.
They were apprehended after loading oil into trucks for distribution within and beyond Rivers State at the seaport.
According to the EFCC, their arrest was made in response to intelligence on alleged illegal oil bunkering activities in the area.
A number of vehicles and pumping apparatus were rescued, according to spokesman Wilson Uwujaren.
“The suspects will be charged in court as soon as the inquiry is completed,” the official said.
