The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Ebonyi State Command has recorded a significant operational success with the discovery and sealing of suspected illegal refining site in Abakaliki.
The State Commandant, Francis Nnadi stated this in Abakaliki on Sunday 10th of November 2024 while addressing the press.
According to him, on
on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at approximately 12:24 hours, the Command’s Anti-Vandal Squad through intelligence led operations stormed the site located at No. 50 Ugwuachara Street Abakaliki where the illegal activity was ongoing.
Four suspects , one Patrick Peter, Monday David, Aliyu Muhammed, and Oke Jeremiah were arrested. An articulated vehicle with registration number Abuja ABC 624 XC, laden with 45,000 liters of suspected unrefined petroleum products, was also discovered at the site.
Preliminary investigation reveals a waybill with a different number plate and destination to Cross River State , indicating potential diversion for illegal activity.
Comdt. Nnadi said the suspects are cooperating with the Command to unravel the source of the products and upon conclusion of the investigation, if found culpable, would be charged to court.
The NSCDC Ebonyi State helmsman called on members of the public to support and cooperate with the NSCDC in its fight against illegal dealings in petroleum products, re
reiterating his determination to combat illegal activities in the petroleum sector in and around the state.