Nigerian Army discovers illegal crude oil refining equipment in Rivers State

INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY

Troops discover illegal crude oil refining materials in Rivers forest By: Zagazola Makama Troops of the 6 Division, Nigerian Army, have discovered equipment and 3,120 litres of stolen crude oil in the Okarki Forest in Ahoada West Local Government Area of Rivers State. The discovery was made on Aug. 25, 2026, between 10:15 a.m. and 6 p.m. during an anti-illegal bunkering operation conducted by the troops. Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the troops discovered eight drum ovens, two