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Nigerian Navy Dismantles Illegal Refining Sites In Rivers
Nigerian Navy Dismantles Illegal Refining Sites In Rivers
The Nigerian Navy has frustrated renewed attempts by economic saboteurs to re-establish illegal refining operations in Rivers State.
This is contained in an operational report issued by the Director of Naval Information, Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, on Sunday in Abuja.
According to Mr Folorunsho, the operation was carried out by personnel of the Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) Pathfinder under Operation Delta Sentinel.
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“Acting on credible intelligence, Navy personnel conducted a targeted anti-crude oil theft operation around the Oseokishikpa axis of Ogba-Egbema-Ndoni Local Government Area of Rivers State,” he said.
He revealed that during the operation, naval personnel uncovered two illegal refining sites comprising eight dugout pits and reservoirs containing approximately 15,000 litres of suspected stolen crude oil and 105,000 litres of suspected illegally refined Automotive Gas Oil (AGO).
The naval spokesperson said the discovery was particularly significant as it highlighted ongoing attempts by criminal elements to reactivate illegal refining infrastructure previously dismantled by security forces within the same area.
“The operation, therefore, not only disrupted illicit activities but also prevented the re-establishment of a refining network capable of sustaining crude oil theft and environmental degradation,” he said.
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He also said the illegal refining sites and recovered products were handled in accordance with extant anti-crude oil theft procedures, denying economic saboteurs access to resources intended to support their criminal enterprise.
He reaffirmed the Navy’s commitment to sustaining intelligence-driven operations under Operation DELTA SENTINEL to dismantle crude oil theft networks, protect critical national infrastructure, and safeguard Nigeria’s economic interests in the Niger Delta.
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NPF Arrest Man For Sharing Fake Video Of Bandit Attack In Ekiti
The Ekiti State Police Command has arrested a man, Sunday Olawale, over allegedly spreading fake news of bandits’ attack on Are Ekiti in the Irepodun Ifelodun Local Government area of the state.
The Police Public Relations Officer, Sunday Abutu, said in a statement in Ado Ekiti on Tuesday that the suspect, who confessed to the crime, had been unable to give a reason for the false information.
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Abutu stated, “The Police Command wishes to reiterate that there was no bandit invasion in Are Ekiti or any part of the Ekiti State”.
The statement reads in part: “On 14th of June, 2026, the Command Rapid Response Squad trailed and arrested one Sunday Olawale at Ekute area of Ado Ekiti for cyberstalking and giving of false information intended to cause breakdown of law and order.
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“During the investigation, the suspect confessed to having peddled the false information on social media and was unable to give any satisfactory reason for his action.
“The State Commissioner of Police, Michael Falade, while warning that the Command will not tolerate any act of fake news peddling or content capable of initiating panic among members of the public, advises members of the public to always verify information they believe or share on social media,” the PPRO stated.
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Umahi Says “Tinubu Has Limited Us”, As Ebonyi Name Him Sole 2027 Presidential Candidate
In a massive show of solidarity, the people of Ebonyi State on Monday formally endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, as their sole presidential candidate for the 2027 election, with Minister of Works, Senator Engr. David Umahi, CON, declaring that the state would never turn its back on a leader he said has transformed the fortunes of Ebonyi and the South-East.
The endorsement took place at the Pa Ngele Oruta Township Stadium, Abakaliki, during a grand gathering attended by top political leaders, traditional rulers, stakeholders and party faithful from across the state.
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Addressing the millions of Ebonyians, Umahi said the endorsement was in appreciation of Ebonyi people for the unprecedented federal presence the state has enjoyed under President Tinubu.
“We are not going to make another mistake. The past belongs to accident of history,” Umahi declared.
“President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has done a lot, not just for Ebonyi State, but for the entire southeast. As he’s doing for other geopolitical zones, he’s doing for us.”
The Ministe highlighted several landmark federal infrastructure projects being executed under the Tinubu administration, describing them as evidence of the President’s commitment to the development of the region.
According to him, one of the signature projects in Ebonyi alone is valued at about N445 billion.
“One single project, one, which is 123km only in Ebonyi state, is 445 billion naira.
“One single project running from Ndibe Beach down to Nbeke Ishieke, the boundary with Benue State. That is the project, Trans-Sahara project, and it is the top legacy project of the president.”
Umahi also pointed to the dualisation of the Enugu-Abakaliki Road and the Afikpo-Uturu-Okigwe Road as major interventions that will significantly boost economic activities and regional connectivity.
“Shall we talk about dualization of Enugu to Abakaliki, 118km, 183b. Shall we talk about dualization of Afikpo to Uturu to Okigwe, 193b, which is 64km.”
The Minister further referenced strategic bridge projects linking communities and states, stressing that the South-East now enjoys a level of federal attention that was previously absent.
“Is it to talk about the bridge at Ofeeke crossing to our brothers in Cross River? Is it to talk about the famous Itu Bridge? Tell me, I’m grateful.”
He reflected on his years as Deputy Governor and Governor, contrasting them with what he described as the current era of federal inclusion for Ebonyi people.
“This is just a demonstration. We will never, never, never abandon our own. We will never abandon the man who has lifted the state.
“I was deputy governor, I was governor. There was no single appointment at the federal level here. But now, you see all the appointments in Ebonyi State.
“You see all the projects of the governor. You see all the projects of President Tinubu. We are very grateful.”
The Governor Francis Nwifuru said the endorsement of President Tinubu was a unanimous decision reached by the people of Ebonyi State after assessing the President’s performance, particularly his commitment to infrastructure development, economic reforms and inclusive governance. He maintained that the South-East has benefited immensely from the Renewed Hope agenda and that the state was duty-bound to support a leader who has demonstrated goodwill towards the region.
The governor also received a resounding endorsement for a second term in office, with stakeholders citing ongoing infrastructure development, empowerment programmes, education initiatives and governance reforms across the state as reasons for their support.
Throwing his weight behind the decisions of the people, Umahi formally endorsed both President Tinubu and Governor Nwifuru for another term in office.
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“And so I support the governor and the entire Ebonyi State in endorsing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as our sole candidate 2027 and endorsing Right Honorable Francis Nwifuru as the sole governorship candidate in Ebonyi State. Thank you very much.”
The event drew an impressive array of dignitaries, including Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State, Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State, members of the National Assembly, Fmr Ministers, party leaders and other prominent figures from within and outside the South-East.
Francis Nwaze, FIPMD
Senior Special Assistant to the Honourable Minister of Works (Media)
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June 16, 2026
Senate Tells Oshiomhole: “No Signature Was Forged In Natasha Akpoti’s Suspension”
Yemi Adaramodu, senate spokesperson, says the upper legislative chamber will review recent comments by Adams Oshiomhole on the suspension of Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, senator representing Kogi central.
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Speaking in a telephone conversation with TheCable on Tuesday, Adaramodu also dismissed Oshiomhole’s claim that some senators’ signatures were forged or improperly included in the report that recommended Akpoti-Uduaghan’s suspension
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