In a significant operation on Thursday, May 9, 2024, Forward Operating Base BONNY made a notable breakthrough in the fight against illegal oil refining activities in the Niger Delta region. The base uncovered and deactivated an illicit refining site, uncovering 16 cooking pots, 14 storage tanks, and several dug-out pits, all indicative of extensive illegal refining operations.
Situated in Bonny, Rivers State, the discovery underscores the persistent efforts of Operation DELTA SANITY to combat illicit activities that pose environmental hazards and economic losses to the nation.
In addition to the dismantling of the illegal refining site, the operation also led to the interception and impounding of a wooden boat loaded with stolen crude oil. This interception further demonstrates the commitment of security forces to curb the illegal bunkering and theft of Nigeria’s valuable crude oil resources.
The discovery and subsequent actions by Forward Operating Base BONNY serve as a testament to the ongoing efforts of security agencies in safeguarding the nation’s oil infrastructure and ensuring the integrity of Nigeria’s oil resources.
Operation DELTA SANITY continues to uphold its mandate of maintaining peace and security in the Niger Delta region, safeguarding critical infrastructure, and curtailing criminal activities that undermine national development and prosperity.
