The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps says it has uncovered an illegal crude oil reservoir in Ondo.
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This was disclosed in a statement by Daniel Aidamenbor, the spokesman for NSCDC in Ondo, on Tuesday.
Mr Aidamenbor explained that the illegal crude oil reservoir was uncovered during a joint operation with the Nigerian Army and TANTITA Security Service.
He added that the reservoir was hidden in a forest in Obe-Akingboye, in the Ilaje LGA.
According to him, the discovery was made on Sunday at about 02:12 p.m., with no arrest made as the suspects had already fled the scene of the crime.
“The Ondo State commandant, Oluyemi Ibiloye, has issued a stern warning to those involved in illegal dealings in petroleum products to desist or face the full weight of the law.
”He also reiterated the command’s commitment to protecting critical national assets, particularly in the solid minerals sector,” Mr Aidamenbor said.
