Navy destroys 6 illegal refining sites in Delta

Oct. 10, 2025

The Forward Operating Base (FOB) Escravos of the Nigerian Navy says it has deactivated six illegal refining sites at Obodo Omadino Community in Warri South Local Government of Delta.

Navy Capt. Ikenna Okoloagu, the Commanding Officer of the FOB, Escravos disclosed this in a statement on Friday in Warri.

Okoloagu said that the operations were carried out between Oct. 2 and Oct. 6 in the coastal community.

He said that an approximated 11,200 litres of stolen crude were seized in the series of coordinated operations.

The naval boss added that the products were discovered in 28 dugout pits and six polythene sacks.

“The FOB Escravos has deactivated six illegal refining sites at Obodo Omadino Community and seized approximately 11,200 litres of stolen crude in a series of coordinated operations.

“The products were discovered in 28 dugout pits and six polythene sacks. Also, one pumping machine was recovered,” he said.

Okoloagu said that the operations were part of the ongoing Operation DELTA SANITY II, adding that the feat was made possible through credible intelligence.
According to him, the operations aligned with the strategic directives of the Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Adm. Emmanuel Ogalla to stern illegalities in the maritime space.

Okoloagu, however, reiterated the Base’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding the nation’s oil assets against economic sabotage.