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EFCC Grills 16 Suspected Oil Thieves In Lagos (Photo)

Posted by on February 24, 2024 0

Cdr L.M. Osuman, who handed over the vessel and the suspected oil thieves disclosed that the vessel, MT. Vinnalaris 1, laden with about 515,870 litres of crude oil, was taken into custody along with its crew members on December 6, 2023 around Ebesun Oil Field by officers of the Nigerian Navy.

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The Lagos Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has initiated investigations into 16 individuals suspected of oil theft and a vessel handed over to them by the Nigerian Navy, NNS Beecroft, Apapa, Lagos.

Cdr L.M. Osuman, who handed over the vessel and the suspected oil thieves disclosed that the vessel, MT. Vinnalaris 1, laden with about 515,870 litres of crude oil, was taken into custody along with its crew members on December 6, 2023 around Ebesun Oil Field by officers of the Nigerian Navy.

“The vessel was actively involved in loading crude oil without possessing any permit,”
 he said.

He assured that the Nigerian Navy will continue to do its part to combat oil theft in the country.

Moses Awolusi, an investigator with the EFCC, who received the vessel and the suspects on behalf of the Commission, assured that diligent investigation will be carried out and the culprits prosecuted if found culpable.

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