The 6 Division, Nigerian Military, has mentioned it destroyed 233 unlawful refineries within the Niger Delta area, whereas 112 suspects had been arrested in 2023.
The Normal Officer Commanding, 6 Division, Nigerian Military/Land Element Commander, Joint Process Power, South-South, Operation Delta Protected, Maj. Gen. Jamal Abdussalam, gave the figures whereas enumerating the achievements recorded by the division final yr.
The PUNCH studies that there was a heightened onslaught towards oil theft within the nation following an ultimatum given to the service chiefs in June by President Bola Tinubu.
Talking on Saturday through the 6 Division Mixed West African Social Actions on the 29 Battalion Parade Floor, Port Harcourt Barracks, the GOC mentioned the navy additionally impounded 72 vans/automobiles and recovered 356 arms and ammunition final yr.
He mentioned the Military in synergy with sister businesses would proceed to make sure an enabling setting for seamless oil manufacturing within the Niger Delta area.
The GOC mentioned, “In the middle of the yr, we had been capable of make 112 arrests, destroy 233 unlawful refineries, and get well over 356 arms and ammunition.
“We are going to proceed to contentiously carry out our constitutional roles to defend democratic values within the nation.
“I enjoin you all to stay devoted and targeted within the discharge of our collective accountability.”
In line with Abdulssalam, WASA was meant to strengthen social relationships amongst officers, troopers, and their households.
“It additionally gives an avenue for casual social interplay and a discussion board for the barracks group to showcase its wealthy and numerous cultural heritage.
“Moreover, it’s an occasion that marks the tip of an eventful coaching yr whereas heralding the start of a brand new yr,” he mentioned.
The Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, counseled the Nigerian Military for its effort in tackling the varied safety issues confronting the nation.
Fubara mentioned civilian-military cooperation was a positive solution to foster and strengthen a wholesome society like Nigeria.
Represented by the Secretary to the State Authorities, Dr. Tammy Danagogo, the governor mentioned the beliefs of WASA within the promotion of household values within the Nigerian Military had been huge.
Fubara acknowledged, “Let me seize this chance to commend the officers and troopers of this division to your sacrificial contributions within the upkeep of peace and order in Rivers State.
“The state will proceed to assist and collaborate with the Nigerian Military in all its actions. Be assured of our full assist in all of your operations.
“The cultural shows and performances witnessed right here immediately are clear testimony of the variety and energy of Nigeria as a nation.
“As you begin your actions for the yr 2024, it’s my hope that you’ll strategy these actions with renewed zeal, vigour, and dedication.”