NSCDC uncovers illegal crude oil storage in Rivers State
A warehouse storing stolen crude oil has been discovered by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in Igwuruta, Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State. According to the Corps, the oil was believed to have been taken from vandalised pipelines and stored in GP tanks. Joachin Okafor, the Rivers State NSCDC Commandant, visited the site and emphasized the agency's commitment to ending illegal oil activities. The NSCDC has launched an investigation to identify those responsible.
What happened
- The NSCDC uncovered a warehouse in Igwuruta, Ikwerre LGA, used for storing suspected stolen crude oil.
- The discovery followed several days of intelligence gathering by the Anti Vandal Unit.
- Joachin Okafor stated that the Corps will not tolerate illegal bunkering and will pursue offenders.
- The NSCDC warned vandals to avoid such activities or face legal consequences.
- The Corps’ Intelligence Department has been tasked with investigating the source and identifying the perpetrators.
