Troops of the 65 Battalion of the Nigerian Army at the illegal bunkering site
Troops of the 65 Battalion of the Nigerian Army have dismantled a suspected illegal bunkering site in the Orile General Area of Lagos State, arresting six suspected oil bunkerers during an intelligence-led operation.
The operation was carried out under the leadership of the Commanding Officer, Lieutenant Colonel S. Adeojo, following credible intelligence on illegal bunkering activities in the area.
Assorted pipes used for illegal bunkering operations Photo: Nigerian Army
According to the Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 81 Division Nigerian Army, Lieutenant Musa Yahaya on X on Wednesday, the raid led to the arrest of six suspects and the recovery of four trucks, one pumping machine, and assorted pipes and drums allegedly used for illegal bunkering operations.
