Oluwatoyin Yusuf
Abuja
The Nigerian Navy says it has recovered 7.48 million litres of stolen petroleum products and sustained the nation’s zero-piracy status over the past year.
The operational milestone was announced on Thursday at the closing of the 2026 Chief of Naval Staff Retreat in Abuja.
Naval Information Director, Captain Abiodun Folorunsho said the Service deactivated 168 illegal refining sites and destroyed 363 dugout pits.
During the anti-oil theft operations, 259 suspects were arrested and nine convictions were secured, he said.’
He added that to further combat maritime crimes, the Navy launched Operation DELTA SENTINEL and operationalised the Combined Maritime Task Force for the Gulf of Guinea.
Beyond maritime security, Captain Folorunsho said the navy also completed 36 military infrastructure projects and began constructing a 200-bed Reference Hospital in Asokoro, Abuja.
To conclude the retreat, 11 new Hilux vans were gifted to Navy Master Warrant Officers.
Speaking on behalf of the beneficiaries, Naval Warrant Officer S.S. Anja pledged their renewed professionalism and continued dedication to the nation.
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