Troops of Joint Task Force (South South) Operation Delta Safe recovered stolen crude and other illegally-refined products estimated at N25,045,400.00 in the last one week, the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) revealed on Friday.
The breakdown showed that 25,820 litres of stolen crude oil were recovered, while 2 crude oil cooking ovens, 4 dugout pits, 3 boats, 7 storage tanks and 8 illegal refining sites were recovered and destroyed by fighting forces.
A statement signed by the Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj-Gen. Markus Kangye said troops across other theatres have maintained aggressive postures that have continued to deny enemies of the State freedom of action.
He said: “Our gallant troops, in collaboration with other security agencies and Hybrid Forces, have made significant gains in the fight against terrorism, insurgency, banditry, and other criminal activities.
“Through coordinated air and ground operations, this has successfully led to the neutralisation of key threats, rescue of kidnapped victims, recovery of arms and ammunition, and destruction of criminal hideouts, among others, during the week in focus.
“These achievements reflect the unwavering resolve of the Nigerian Armed Forces to defend the sovereignty, territorial integrity, and unity of our nation against all threats.. Continue ..Your ..Reading