NSCDC, Navy, Army Uncover Illegal Refinery, Petrol Station in Anambra

By Praise Chinecherem

Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in collaboration with Nigerian Army and Navy have uncovered massive illegal artisanal refinery and illegal petrol station at Y-Junction, Nkwelle Ezunaka, Oyi Local Government Area of Anambra State.

NSCDC State Commandant, Maku Olatunde who confirmed this on Sunday, said the breakthrough was achieved following credible intelligence of suspected illegal dealings in petroleum products within the area.

He said, “On Saturday May, 10, 2025 at about 13:45 hours the team conducted raids on the locations, intercepted and arrested a suspect while others fled the scene.

“The team recovered the following exhibits from the scene: 49 kegs of 25 litres, suspected adulterated Automotive Gas Oil ( AGO) , four drums of 200 litres each, suspected adulterated Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) and one pumping machine.

While receiving the suspect for prosecution, NSCDC State helmsman commended the Nigerian Navy and Army that supported the operations.

He warned operators and perpetrators of illegal oil refineries and fake PROTEAN actors to steer clear of the State, vowing they would be tracked down and made to face the full wrath of law.

Maku restated the command’s commitment to free its areas of operations from all forms of illegal dealings on petroleum products and other related activities.

“Our sights are set on individuals and groups using unwholesome covers for oil-related wrongdoings, and those brazenly committing crimes and criminalities in Oil, Gas and Energy sectors of the economy.

“If they fail to change, the command is resolute and will take more decisive actions against you in Anambra State” he said.

Comdt Maku assured the Nigerian Navy, Nigerian Army and members of the public of thorough investigations and prosecution of the suspect and his accomplices at large in court.

“This collaboration with sister security agencies showcases our united fronts against crime in Anambra State.

“As lead agency in protection of Critical National, State and Local Government Assets and Infrastructure, and checkmating illegal dealings in petroleum products and untowards profiteering, we warn economic saboteurs to stay clear of the state.

“Our operational mechanisms are in place to smoke them out,” he stated.